Millburn Police responded to a shoplifting call at the Short Hills Mall. Officers located and detained a 35-year-old female suspect based on a clothing description. Investigation revealed the suspect had concealed over $1,100 worth of lingerie and leggings inside her clothing. The suspect also had an outstanding arrest warrant. She was charged with shoplifting and subsequently turned over to the East Brunswick Police Department for the warrant.
Summary of Shoplifting Incident at Short Hills Mall
Incident Reported: Millburn Police Officers responded to a shoplifting call at the Short Hills Mall on September 4, 2024.
Suspect Located and Detained: Officers arrived at the mall and, using a clothing description provided by store personnel, Officer Dalakian located and detained a 35-year-old female suspect.
Concealed Merchandise Found: Officer Nakashia spoke with store personnel who reported the suspect had concealed merchandise inside her skirt. In a semi-private area, the suspect removed dozens of stolen undergarments and lingerie from Victoria's Secret and leggings from Alo Yoga.
Value of Stolen Goods: The total value of the stolen merchandise was determined to be $1,161.55.
Outstanding Warrant Discovered: It was found the suspect had an outstanding arrest warrant from East Brunswick, New Jersey.
Arrest and Charges: The woman was transported to the Millburn Police Station, where she was charged with Shoplifting.
Disposition: Due to the outstanding warrant, she was subsequently turned over to the East Brunswick Police Department.
Legal Note: Her case is open, and all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.