On September 22, 2024, officers with the Tampa Police Department responded to Walmart after a report of a woman hiding merchandise in her purse and backpack. The suspect, 31-year-old Mercedes, tried to steal $826.88 worth of beauty products, clothing, and fishing tackle. She was arrested and charged with grand theft, resisting an officer without violence, and possession of drug paraphernalia. After pleading no contest, she was sentenced to 18 months of probation, which she violated shortly after by committing prostitution. 💥 In this video: • Police confront shoplifter at Walmart • Suspect charged with grand theft • Real footage of the arrest • What happened after her probation ⚠️ Viewer discretion advised — real law enforcement footage. 👉 Subscribe for more real police bodycam and theft arrest videos from Police Footage.

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