A man was charged with larceny after he tried to steal multiple flashlights from Home Depot.
Around 11:30 am on Sept. 13, Gallup Police Officer Darius Johnson was dispatched to the Home Depot at 530 Kachina St. after a man who was later identified as 42-year-old Jason Frank allegedly stole some items from the store.
When Johnson arrived at the scene, he met with a Home Depot Loss Prevention Agent who pointed Frank out. The man said he saw Frank put some flashlights in his backpack. He said he told Frank to stop but the man allegedly just cussed at him instead of stopping.
After hearing the agent’s complaint Johnson placed Frank in the back of his patrol car. According to his report, Johnson found multiple flashlights that were still in their packages in Frank’s backpack.
The agent confirmed that Frank hadn’t paid for the flashlights. In total, Frank reportedly stole over $378 worth of flashlights.
Frank allegedly admitted to stealing the flashlights, and after speaking with him Johnson found out that Frank had several warrants out for his arrest.
Frank was arrested for his outstanding warrants and larceny (more than $250 but not more than $500). His pretrial hearing is scheduled for Oct. 17.
