Target Store Closures 2024. Even though they increased security staff, hired outside guards, and used tools to prevent theft, the crime problems continued. Target blamed organized retail crime in a september announcement of nine store closures in the new york, san francisco, seattle and portland, oregon, areas.

Target blamed organized retail crime in a september announcement of nine store closures in the new york, san francisco, seattle and portland, oregon, areas. 96 stores remain open in the new york city market, employing more.