Dresden’s character is apprehended by a "loss prevention officer." Rather than calling the police or following standard legal procedures, the narrative shifts into a bargain or "punishment" scenario, which is the standard formula for this genre.
Long pause. Dresden tapped the table once with his index finger. Dresden - Case No. 3692882 - ShopLyfter
"The restroom is next to the break room. You walked past it four times." Dresden’s character is apprehended by a "loss prevention
“So let’s start from the beginning,” Lena said softly. “Tell me about the shop.” Dresden - Case No. 3692882 - ShopLyfter