Man Charged In 6-Month Shoplifting Spree Across Long Island

MINEOLA, N.Y. (CBSNewYork/AP) -- A Long Island man is accused in a string of shoplifting incidents at drug stores and supermarkets that spanned about six months.

Alexander Wachmyanin, 50, was indicted for targeting CVS, Rite Aid and Key Food stores from January through June, Nassau County prosecutors announced Monday.

Prosecutors said in two of the eight cases, the stolen merchandise exceeded $1,000.

Wachmyanin also carjacked a woman and injured a bystander as he fled one of the locations, according to prosecutors.

Wachmyanin is charged with robbery, assault and related offenses, Newsday reported. He's due back in court on Aug. 17.

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