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"Arson is an extremely violent crime that not only destroys property but also places firefighters, first responders and the general public at great risk," an ATF official said.

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  • Fires at two Walmarts in December and a Target on Monday are being investigated as arson.
  • Officials tell local media the blazes appear to have been used as diversions for shoplifting.
  • Similar incidents have occurred around the US, including a Home Depot fire that was detected from space.

Retail thieves appear to be using ever more brazen methods to steal merchandise.

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Retail, News, Atlanta, Organized Retail Theft, Arson, walmart, Target, Shoplifting
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Shoplifters have set fire to two Walmarts and a Target in Atlanta to create div…