Shoplifting incident at Walgreens in Woonsocket, Woonsocket RI
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible shoplifting incident at a Walgreens store near Cumberland Street in Woonsocket. A male suspect, described as wearing a distinctive outfit including a red and black vest and a Christmas hat, was reportedly leaving the store with items in his pockets. The suspect was detained by responding officers. Some merchandise, including toy items and hand sanitizer, may have been involved.
Audio|Heard on: Providence RI Law Dispatch Group Calls
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02:58
Transcript:
00:00
301, I reported shoplifting in progress at Walgreens near Cumberland St.
00:04
Suspect described as a male (description withheld).
00:07
Wearing red and black vest jacket, black and white pants, and blue and white shoes, pockets appear to contain toys.
00:14
301 on North Main.
00:23
305, I'll back them up.
00:29
305, 1023. 305, 1023.
00:33
And four 305.
00:37
He’s walking out of the store now.
00:40
I'm across at the Citizens Bank.
00:46
Suspect is walking out of the store ahead.
00:49
301 copies, I'm on Rastin.
00:59
307 is out with 305.
01:13
One detained.
01:14
305 has one detained.
02:18
Yeah, he’s wearing a Christmas hat.
02:24
If they want to do a show-up, they can just come outside.
02:38
We’re checking the aisles now.
02:40
It appears he stole the hat as well.
02:48
He’s got a Christmas hat on.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
Cumberland St, Woonsocket, RI 02895
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