Theft stopped after suspect dropped stolen items, Howard County MD


A female shoplifter at Coles near Montgomery Road put items into a black bag without paying. The caller tried to stop her. The suspect later dropped the bag, and the police were not needed.
Audio|Source: Howard County Police, Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
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Tier 3-1 with unit tobacco for a theft in progress at Coles.
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Beggar, 3-1.
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Coles near Montgomery Road.
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A female wearing a gray sweater and black leggings took a black bag and started putting items in it without looking at the price tags.
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The caller is stepping out trying to detain her. It looks like she took Min's Basics and Sephora items.
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Baker 3-1, they're now requesting to cancel. They stated that they no longer need the police and the female dropped the bag.
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Location mentioned:
Montgomery Rd, Maryland
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