Hialeah Police Arrested Suspect for Retail Theft
A 31-year-old man was taken into custody following a series of alleged thefts at a local Target store.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Property Crime
Police in Hialeah arrested 31-year-old Orlando Drekeramos on October 11 after he was caught stealing from a Target. Authorities allege the suspect committed retail theft on three separate occasions over several months.
Why it matters
The arrest marks the culmination of an investigation into repeated incidents of property crime at the retail location. Such incidents can impact loss prevention strategies and store operations within the local community.
Orlando Drekeramos is currently charged with retail theft following his arrest on October 11. Police discovered the stolen merchandise inside a bag carried by the suspect, which contained items including razors and perfume.
The players
Orlando Drekeramos
He is a 31-year-old individual who was arrested and charged with retail theft in Hialeah.
Target
This is the retail corporation that served as the location for the alleged thefts.
The details
Drekeramos allegedly targeted the Target store in Hialeah, placing merchandise like razors and perfume into a bag before exiting without paying. Law enforcement officers took him into custody on October 11 after searching his bag and discovering the stolen goods.
Timeline
On May 26, the suspect allegedly stole $272 worth of merchandise.
On June 21, the suspect allegedly stole $448.33 worth of merchandise.
On October 11, the suspect was arrested after allegedly stealing $401.13 worth of merchandise.
Legal Context
This case follows the patterns of localized retail theft identified in the Florida Retail Federation's 2025 Organized Retail Crime Report. The arrest reflects a broader legal trend of Hialeah authorities prioritizing the prosecution of repeat offenders in property crime cases.
Residents may notice continued or increased security measures at local retail centers as stores adjust to recurring theft incidents. These protocols often lead to changes in how shoppers interact with merchandise and entry points at major stores.
The takeaway
Retailers continue to implement loss prevention strategies to mitigate the financial impact of recurring inventory theft. Maintaining awareness of local security policies can help shoppers understand new store-entry and product-access requirements.
Further reading
For more on local crime enforcement, visit the Property Crime section.
