Shoplifting suspect fled store with knife threat, Belleville NJ
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As discussed during the dispatch call, police responded to a shoplifting at Family Dollar on Washington Avenue, Belleville. A man took a bag of items and left the store, reportedly saying he had a knife when an employee tried to stop him.
Audio|Heard on: Essex NJ Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Family Dollar, Washington Avenue
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Yeah, shoplifter leaving the store.
00:06
He went south on Washington Avenue.
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Male about six foot one, black coat and gray pants.
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Left with a bag of items.
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Also mentioned he tried to stop him at the door.
00:22
He stated that he had a knife.
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Location mentioned:
Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ 07109
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