Thursday, December 30, 2010

Armed shoplifter attacks store security www.privateofficer.com

Brighton MA Dec 30 2010 A man was arrested with a knife and brass knuckles on Dec. 23 at the South Shore Plaza after struggling with a security officer who allegedly saw him steal $500 worth of merchandise from Sears.

"When confronted by loss prevention, [Michael J. McGowan, 30] allegedly pushed the loss prevention officer twice and a struggle ensued," Deputy Police Chief Russell Jenkins said in a press release. "During the struggle, a glass door was smashed. Responding police officers took McGowan into custody and discovered he was in possession of a knife, two Leatherman tools and a pair of brass knuckles."

McGowan was charged with larceny over $250, assault and battery, possession of a dangerous weapon, malicious destruction to property and possession of burglarious tools.

Source:Patch.com

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