A man in Chicago has been arrested after allegedly robbing the same retail store 11 times in just five months. Donte Elbert, 36, was taken into custody after attempting to leave the store without paying for merchandise.
The incidents occurred between December 2022 and April, with store personnel filing formal complaints, leading to Elbert’s arrest.
The store, located on the 3200 block of N. Clark Street, wasn’t the only target for Elbert, as he also reportedly stole from a different location on the same block of N. Broadway.
Due to his repeated offenses, Elbert now faces nine felony counts of retail theft of merchandise worth less than $300, three felony counts of retail theft of merchandise worth over $300, and one misdemeanor count of criminal trespassing.
The Chicago Police Department has commended the persistence of store personnel for their efforts in helping to bring Elbert to justice.
The string of robberies by the same individual highlights the importance of retailers and law enforcement agencies working together to combat crime.
Elbert’s arrest also serves as a warning to others that repeated criminal behavior can have severe consequences.
It remains to be seen how the case will progress through the legal system, but for now, the community can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that a repeat offender has been taken off the streets.
Source: OccupyGh.com
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