Suffolk, Va. – Police need your help finding three suspects who were involved in a shoplifting incident at a Walmart.

It happened on September 9 at around 3:30 p.m. at Walmart in the 6200 block of College Drive.

The suspects were in the self-checkout line “skip scanning” items–scanning some items and putting others into their shopping bags.

They are described as two black females and one black male in their mid 20s.

The male was wearing a green hat, green button down shirt and blue jeans.

One female was wearing a red bandana on her head, a white t-shirt, blue jean shorts, and red leggings.

The second female was wearing a white tank top with blue jean shorts and black sneakers.

A loss prevention officer saw the suspects leave the store in a purple Hyundai sedan.

If you have any information on this incident, call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. You can also texting the word “CRIMES” (274637) with the keyword “SPDVATIP” along with your tip.

Virginia Beach, Va. – Police need your help identifying a man who shoplifted from Walmart.

It happened on August 31 from around 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

The suspect entered the Walmart on 2021 Lynnhaven Parkway.

Police say he left the store with over $100 worth of merchandise from the store.

He is described as a white man, 25-30 years old, 6′-6’2″ with a full beard.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or by texting “VBTIP” and the information to CRIMES (274637).

Virginia Beach, Va. – Police in Virginia Beach are asking for the public’s help identifying a person involved in a shoplifting and assault incident at the Food Lion at 1077 Virginia Beach Boulevard.

On Friday, October 2nd around 3:40 p.m., a man entered the store and was seen concealing a package of hot dogs. The man tried to leave the store without paying for the item but was confronted by store management. He then assaulted the manager and fled the scene on foot.

If you can identify the suspect in the photo call Virginia Beach Police or Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Chesapeake, Va. – Chesapeake Police are looking for a man in connection to a shoplifting and assault incident that occurred in the 1500 block of Sams Circle.

Police say on September 5th, the man left a department store with nearly $125 in clothing. As he was attempting to leave the store, an employee of the business approached him. The man assaulted the employee in order to flee the area.

Anyone with information on the man’s identity is asked to call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Virginia Beach, Va. – Police are looking for a woman who is believed to have shoplifted from a Food Lion store at 1077 Virginia Beach Boulevard early in October.

The woman first entered the store on Thursday, October 8th between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. She went into the same store again on Sunday, October 11th between 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

Both times it’s believed she shoplifted from the store.

She is described as a Hispanic female, 10-25 years of age, with burgundy red hair, 4’10”- 5’1”, 160-200 lbs.  She is believed to frequent the area around Atlantis Apartments.

Anyone with information regarding this crime is encouraged to call Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Va Beach shoplifting suspect

Virginia Beach, Va – Virginia Beach police need help identifying a shoplifting suspect.

On January 25, just after 9p.m. the suspect entered the Walmart at 657 Phoenix Drive.

Once he was onside he took a breast pump off the shelf and put it in a plastic bag.

He then left the store with the $164 pump.

When the suspect was confronted by the store security, he took off running on foot.

This man is described as a black male, who is at least 30-40 years old, 5″ 10″, and 200-230 pounds.

If you can identify this man please call the crime line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Virginia Beach, Va. – Virginia Beach Police are looking for three people who stole several items from multiple stores at Virginia Beach Town Center on February 23rd.

Police say at approximately 6:09 p.m. that evening, two women and one man entered the Bevello store at 172 Central Park and stole several pairs of women’s jeans.

The same three people then went to the Sunglass Hut at 4545 Main Street and stole several pairs of sunglasses. Then the three went to Lenscrafters at 296 Constitution Drive and stole several more pairs of sunglasses.

The total value of items stolen is approximately $7,400.

The suspects are described by police as:

Suspect #1:  Black Male, 35 – 39 years of age, approximately 5’ 7” tall, medium build with short, straight hair.

Suspect #2:  Black Female, 26 – 29 years of age, medium build with braided hair.

Suspect #3: Black Female, 26 – 29 years of age, heavy build with a pony tail.

Anyone with information regarding these suspects is encouraged to call Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Saquan Dorset Carter, 21, charged with Grand Larceny

Virginia Beach, Va. – Virginia Beach Detectives have identified and charged a man seen shoplifting several items from the Macy’s at Lynnhaven Mall.

Police have identified the man as 21-year-old Saquan Dorset Carter of Norfolk.

Officials say on Tuesday, March 8, Carter entered the Macy’s located at 701 Lynnhaven Parkway around 7 p.m.

There he took several men’s shirts valued over $290, then hid the items before leaving the store without paying for them.

He was last seen getting into a newer model, gold Oldsmobile that was waiting for him at the curb.

He has since been charged with Grand Larceny.

Chesapeake, Va. – Chesapeake Police are looking for a man who took nearly $200 in Polo merchandise from a store in the 1400 block of Greenbrier Parkway (Greenbrier Mall).

Police say the man left the scene in a silver Honda Odyssey.

Anyone with information on the man’s identity should call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. – An accused shoplifter found himself in a tight spot on Monday.

According to WTVR.com, a man stole from a nearby Kohl’s department store and then climbed a tree in the Chester Cemetery.

Police are still working to get the man down from the tree.

They say the suspect threatened a loss prevention officer at the department store after he ran out of the West Hundred Road business.

It’s unclear if the man has a weapon.

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CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Chesapeake Police are looking for two shoplifting suspects — one of whom swung a machete at a Target employee on May 15.

Police say two people were stopped by the loss prevention employee for concealing merchandise.

While waiting for police to arrive, one of the two people pulled out a machete and swung it at the employee.

Both men fled from the store.

Anyone with information on the identity of either person is asked to call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP^SM.

Courtesy: Chesapeake Police

Photo: VBPD

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Police need your help finding a man who stole items from the 7-Eleven at 4464 Princess Anne Road.

Police say on October 13 around 4:30 p.m., the man took several items and left the store without paying.

He was last seen riding away from the store on a bicycle.

If you have information that may help police, call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

Tipsters will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward up to $1,000 if their information leads to an arrest.

HAMPTON, Va. – A 19-year-old Hampton man has been arrested for attempting to shoplift from the CVS store in the 900 block of West Mercury Boulevard early Thursday morning.

Michael Stephen Parker Jr.

Police say Michael Stephan Parker Jr. entered the store around 3:30 a.m. and made his way to the back of the store.

The pharmacy was unattended at the time and Parker reportedly pulled a knit mask over his face, jumped over the counter and began putting numerous prescription medications into his backpack.

The on-duty pharmacist was returning to the area, spotted Parker and confronted him.

Parker attempted to flee but he was tackled by an employee, who detained him until Hampton Police officers arrived.

A search of Parker’s backpack revealed a large amount of prescription medications from the CVS, as well as a gun that had been reported stolen.

No one was injured.

Parker has been charged with one count of Felony Shoplifting, one count of Wearing a Mask in Public, and one count of Possession of a Stolen Firearm.  He remains in custody at the Hampton City Jail.

CHESAPEAKE, Va. – Police are looking for a woman who they say stole $300 worth of perfume from a department store.

According to police, the woman entered a store in the 1400 block of Greenbrier Parkway and put several fragrance bottles inside of her purse.

The woman then left the store without paying for the items.

If you have information about the identity of this woman, call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

YORKTOWN, Va. – Deputies with the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office are looking for a man accused of stealing from a Walmart on May 20 and June 4.

On May 20, he selected a 55″ television and a surround sound system. He left the store through the emergency fire exit and got into a white Hyundai Elantra sedan with Virginia tags. He dropped the surround sound system while running away from employees.

On June 4, he selected two 32″ televisions and left through the same door, getting into the same vehicle.

The suspect is described as a black male, 35 to 45 years old, 5’10” to 6’2″ tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds.

If you can help identify the person, call the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

LOS ANGELES – Three freshmen on the UCLA men's basketball team accused of shoplifting in the Chinese city of Hangzhou could be months away from returning home while the legal process in their case plays out.

From left to right, UCLA basketball players Jalen Hill, LiAngelo Ball and Cody Riley are seen in photos provided by the university.

ESPN, citing a source with firsthand knowledge, reported Wednesday that LiAngelo Ball, Cody Riley and Jalen Hill were released on bail after being questioned about stealing sunglasses from a Louis Vuitton store near the team hotel. ESPN's LA-based reporter Arash Markazi is covering the team from China.

Chinese officials wouldn't confirm the ESPN report that Ball, Riley and Hill were arrested. Hua Chunying, a spokeswoman for China's Foreign Ministry, said the case had been reported to US authorities.

"China is handling this case in accordance with the law, and will guarantee the rights in accordance with the law, for those involved in this case," she said.

Ball's father, LaVar, who is in China, said in a statement on social media that the process "could take ... months."

"Ball, Riley and Hill are being required by Hangzhou police to remain at their hotel until the legal process is over, which could take days, weeks or even months," he said. "The hope is obviously sooner rather than later."

If convicted of grand larceny, the players could face a prison sentence of between three and 10 years, according to Chinese criminal law.

UCLA is in China for a week-long visit and is scheduled to open its season in Shanghai on Saturday against Georgia Tech. When asked about the arrests at a news conference, UCLA Coach Steve Alford said the players in question would not play in Saturday's game.

LiAngelo Ball is a younger brother of former UCLA star Lonzo Ball, now a rookie with the Los Angeles Lakers.

In a statement on Weibo earlier Wednesday, LaVar Ball called the incident "unfortunate to both the Ball family and UCLA."

Cooperation and consternation

UCLA, one of the United States' premier college basketball programs, says the university is cooperating fully with local authorities.

"We are aware of the matter involving UCLA student-athletes in Hangzhou, China and we are gathering more information," UCLA Associate Director of Athletic Communications Alex Timiraos said in a statement.

Larry Scott, commissioner of the Pacific 12 Conference, of which UCLA is a member, said in a statement that the student-athletes "were involved in a situation" and were cooperating with local authorities.

"We are very disappointed by any situation that detracts from the positive student-athlete educational and cultural experience that this week is about," the statement said. "Whether in the United States or abroad, we expect our student-athletes to uphold the highest standards."

News of the incident broke as US President Donald Trump landed in China, part of a trip to five Asian nations.

A spokesperson from the US State Department told CNN it is "aware of reports of three US citizens arrested in China. We stand ready to provide appropriate consular assistance for US citizens."

Due to privacy considerations, the State Department declined to comment further.

The UCLA team was in Hangzhou to visit the headquarters of Alibaba, the e-commerce giant which is sponsoring Friday's game.

The Ball family

LiAngelo Ball, a freshman, is the middle child of LaVar and Tina Ball. Their youngest son, LaMelo Ball, is in high school.

The outspoken LaVar Ball has made regular headlines with his provocative comments since eldest son Lonzo began starring at UCLA last year. A former college basketball player who has been training his sons since they were kids, LaVar Ball said he could beat Michael Jordan one-on-one and that Lonzo, while still in college, was better than two-time NBA MVP Steph Curry.

Lavar also predicted all his sons will eventually play for the Lakers.

He is already a third of the way there. Lonzo Ball was selected second overall by the Lakers in the 2017 NBA draft and is seen as a building block for the team's future.

The family stars in its own reality show on Facebook, "Ball in the Family," and boasts an athletic apparel line, Big Baller Brand. Its first sneaker, the ZO2, raised eyebrows when it was priced at $495.

LaVar, Tina and LaMelo Ball went to China to watch LiAngelo play his first game as a Bruin and promote the opening of a Big Baller Brand pop-up shop in Shanghai.

YUBA CITY, Calif. -- A suspected shoplifter is in jail after his getaway attempt almost killed a man trying to stop him on Saturday.

Video of the weekend's dramatic confrontation has been shared hundreds of thousands of times. It shows the suspect in a Walmart parking lot in Yuba City, California almost running over a man trying to stop him from getting away, according to KTXL.

Police say the 46-year-old victim boxed the suspect's car in with his own, then tried to puncture his tires.

"He had a little utility knife with him that he tried puncturing the tires with," Yuba City Police Lt. Jim Runyen said, referencing the video. "You could see in the video he was leaning down toward the tire."

But the man didn't realize how desperate the suspect was to flee. Video shows the alleged shoplifter using his car as a battering ram to knock the victim's truck out of the way, nearly running over the good Samaritan.

Police didn't identify the victim, but said his injuries were minor.

Runyen added that the suspect had two children in the car with him, ages 7 and 10.

Thanks to the video, police arrested 31-year-old Michael Ramirez in Olivehurst a short time later. He’s being charged with assault with a deadly weapon, petty theft, child endangerment and vandalism.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – An alleged shoplifter was caught on a police officer’s body camera crying during his arrest, then attempting to run away after slipping from his handcuffs.

According to KRQE, Jorge Gonzales was stepped by Albuquerque Police as he was trying to leave a Walmart store with several items he didn’t pay for.

He tried to plea with police before slipping from his handcuffs and making a run for the exit. He didn’t get very far though, tripping and falling, allowing officers to catch up.

Police say Gonzales tried to punch them, and reached for an officer’s taser, instead grabbing a tourniquet.

He was ultimately arrested and charged with several felonies. Police say he has a history of felony charges related to theft.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Police in the resort city have arrested a woman wanted for shoplifting from a local Target.

52-year-old Mary C. Wayland was wanted for Concealment that occurred during a shoplifting on Feb. 8 at the Target on S. Independence.

For the Shreveport woman charged with shoplifting 11 bottles of booze by concealing the loot in her bra and her pants, it’s going to be tough to fight the video evidence. (KTBS)

For the Shreveport, Louisana woman charged with shoplifting 11 bottles of booze by concealing the loot in her bra and her pants, it’s going to be tough to fight the video evidence – so her lawyers are disputing whether it’s a felony.

Sekonie Jones, 38, of the 3800 block of Murvon Street faces trial Monday in Caddo District Court on felony theft charges. She has pleaded not guilty.

Prosecutors say the stolen liquor was valued at $750. Jones’ lawyers point to the value given to it by police: Just under $300, which is not enough to qualify as a felony, which can carry a stiffer jail sentence. Judge John Mosely will consider the motion to quash the felony charge.

Video of the shoplifting shows a woman brazenly shoplift from a Thrifty Liquor on Bert Kouns Industrial Loop last August. She took a bottle of wine to the register to buy it before casually walking out of the store with the rest.

The escapade lasted just over two and a half minutes and was caught in its entirety on store security cameras. The woman started by putting liquor bottles in her purse, then in the crotch area of her pants and her bra as she moved from shelf to shelf. A younger woman, apparently an accomplice, stood watching at one point before following the woman out of the store.

After the shoplifting was released by CrimeStoppers, an individual identifying herself as Jones said in a social media post that stealing is “what I do.”

Jones has nine previous arrests for shoplifting in Shreveport and Bossier City in the past nine years, in addition to other arrests including disturbing the peace, theft, battery and receiving stolen goods, police and court records show.

The latest of those shoplifting arrests occurred at a supermarket in Shreveport in January 2017 and involved the theft of $509 worth of meat and baby formula that were placed in a purse and jacket. That case is also pending against Jones.