
Woman, teens charged with stealing thousands in merchandise from Oakbrook Center Macy's
The three left the store without paying for the items, at which time they were arrested by officers who were already waiting for them outside the store.
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The three left the store without paying for the items, at which time they were arrested by officers who were already waiting for them outside the store.
They are accused of taking about $350 worth of merchandise from Marshall's, $1,610 worth from Ulta, and about $800 worth from Walgreens.
Duncan Smith, 31, is charged with four felony counts of retail theft and one misdemeanor count of retail theft.
Anyone recognizes the man is asked to contact Munster Police Detective Justin Palas at jpalas@munster.org or 219-836-6629.
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