Closure of Retreat Consignment Raises Alarm Among Sellers

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The abrupt closure of the Retreat Consignment shop in St. Petersburg has left several sellers distraught over missing designer items worth thousands. Reports indicate that sellers have been unable to retrieve their belongings, prompting discussions with police as trust in the shop wanes. As losses mount, many are seeking legal recourse for the unexpected loss of their possessions. The empty shop has left sellers feeling abandoned, highlighting the risks associated with consignment transactions.

St. Petersburg – A local consignment shop, the Retreat Consignment, has closed its doors abruptly, leaving sellers with thousands of dollars worth of missing designer goods. The closure has raised alarms among several sellers who trusted the shop to handle their items, prompting them to seek answers regarding their belongings.

Reports indicate that the shop, which is currently empty, ceased operations without prior warning. Several affected sellers have already begun discussions with detectives, with one individual reporting significant losses from missing art pieces valued in the thousands of dollars. Many sellers have taken to social media to express their distress over the situation, citing missing designer shoes and handbags among their lost items, with total reported losses climbing into the thousands.

Among those affected is Rich Goren, who reported that two of his valuable art pieces and two pairs of designer shoes are currently unaccounted for, amounting to a loss of approximately $17,000. Goren expressed deep frustration regarding the unexpected closure of the store, highlighting the breach of trust between sellers and the consignment shop.

Reviews on the store’s Yelp page reflect a growing dissatisfaction among sellers, many of whom share their similar experiences of losing items with no communication. One reviewer noted feeling overwhelmed and upset about the sudden shutdown and the loss of their items, while others pointed out a lack of information about retrieving property and owed payments.

Further complicating the situation, an employee from the shop reportedly expressed surprise at the closure, stating they believed the store was going to be sold and would have proper communication about the transition. Concerns for the sellers continue to mount as attempts to reach the shop owners via phone and email have gone unanswered, leaving many feeling abandoned and concerned about their possessions.

The Retreat Consignment shop reportedly closed sometime in March, although the specific date remains unclear. With the current absence of communication from the owners and the empty state of the shop, affected sellers are urged to take action to reclaim their items. Goren has officially reported the matter to the St. Petersburg Police Department and encourages other sellers who are facing similar losses to file their reports as well.

If the shop owners do not return the missing items promptly, it may lead to potential civil cases against them. In light of this unsettling incident, sellers are looking for assistance in recovering their possessions and receiving justice for the abrupt loss experienced through the consignment process.

Meanwhile, the St. Petersburg Police Department has started to gather information and is expected to work with those impacted to provide necessary support and possible legal avenues moving forward. The situation serves as a reminder of the risks involved in consignment transactions and the importance of transparency in such business practices.

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