# Robert Scott's $3M Stolen Goods Empire

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Podcast: [Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-oregon-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7476712)
Published: 2026-06-19T21:37:47+00:00
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## Resource

A Cowlitz County man named Robert Scott is facing serious charges after authorities uncovered a massive, organized shoplifting ring he ran for years. He allegedly directed thefts, bought stolen goods cheaply, and flipped them online for millions—$3 million in sales between 2021 and 2024. A raid turned up $136,000 in stolen merchandise and high-value items he bought with illicit profits. Investigators confirmed the operation after secretly purchasing stolen goods from his site. Scott now faces charges including leading organized crime and trafficking stolen property, with $50,000 bail. This case exposes how retail theft can evolve into a lucrative, large-scale criminal enterprise. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ab07b8c192f92282

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