In a revelation of cunning theft tactics, detectives from the Organized Retail Crime unit arrested 61-year-old Gregory Nabors early this morning on the grounds of multiple felony charges involving deceptive acts at a local Lowes store. Nabors, hailing from Mt. Juliet, was apprehended with 15 outstanding felony warrants, all related to a series of thefts traced back to the DIY retailer's location at 5025 Old Hickory Boulevard, as reported by the Metro Nashville Police Department.
The police investigation painted a meticulous modus operandi where Nabors allegedly made a routine of walking into the Lowes, selecting items, and then artfully swapping their bar codes for those of less expensive products, with this scheme starting sometime in March. Nabors reportedly conceded to this conduct during a police interview, painting himself as a seasoned practitioner of the barcode switch—a straightforward but illegal discount strategy.
The charges against Nabors are substantial, including 14 counts of felony criminal simulation and a single count of felony theft of merchandise. A glimpse into the gravity of these offenses is reflected in the set bond—Nabors remains behind bars at the moment with bail set at a steep $75,000, emphasizing the seriousness with which law enforcement is tackling organized retail crime.
