Holiday Shoplifting Concerns Rise as Shelbyville Police Seek Assistance in Theft Case

Dec 06, 2023 at 06:05 pm by WGNS News

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Shelbyville,  TN - With the holiday season in full swing, retail stores are facing an unfortunate uptick in shoplifting incidents, and the Shelbyville Police Department is actively seeking help in a recent case. Authorities are investigating a theft at Lowes in Bedford County along Highway 231, known as North Main Street in Shelbyville.

Police are keen to identify three women wanted for questioning in connection with the recently reported incident. Two of the females are described as heavy-set, while the third is slimmer than her counterparts. All three individuals captured on surveillance footage are identified as white females.

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The Shelbyville Police Department is urging anyone with information about the identity or whereabouts of these individuals to come forward. Detective Nate Everhart can be reached at 931-684-5811. As communities come together during the festive season, cooperation with law enforcement becomes crucial in addressing and preventing such incidents, ensuring a safer shopping environment for all in both Bedford and Rutherford Counties. 

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