Fairview Heights Police Crack Down on Serial Retail Theft

Fairview Heights Police Crack Down on Serial Retail Theft

FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS — Two women have been charged in connection with a series of retail thefts targeting local businesses in Fairview Heights over the past two months, authorities said this week.The Fairview Heights Police Department, following coordinated investigations, identified Shamyia M. Seay, 30, and Jamya C. Newbern, 25, as suspects in multiple incidents involving theft of fragrances and other items from area retailers.On December 8, 2025, …