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San Mateo Walgreens Robbery, Quick-Thinking Employee Aids in Apprehension of Alleged Suspect

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Published on November 09, 2023
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Yesterday, Desiree Baquero, a 24-year-old resident of San Mateo, California, was arrested following a robbery at a local Walgreens. Baquero, who allegedly stole items and assaulted an employee who tried to intervene, was apprehended near the store, according to the San Mateo Police Department.

After responding to a 911 call, officers used the employee's description to quickly locate Baquero. Upon their encounter, the police discovered the stolen merchandise in her possession.

A deeper investigation divulged the violent altercation with the employee, culminating in Baquero's arrest and booking into the San Mateo County Jail, reports the San Mateo Police Department.