Scotchman sweets shoplift suspect sought

January 25, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Front Page, Lead Story, News, PUBLIC SAFETY Comments Off on Scotchman sweets shoplift suspect sought
The sheriff's office sis seeking information about this shoplifting suspect.
The sheriff's office is seeking information about this shoplifting suspect.

The sheriff’s office is searching for a shoplifter with a sweet tooth.

On Jan. 16, the male individual entered the Riegelwood Scotchman and stuffed a number of candy bars in his pants, according to the sheriff’s office. He then paid for a drink and left the store in a red van.

If you can identify the suspect, call the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office at 910-642-6551.      

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