In a curious incident of retail theft, a juvenile suspect decided to help himself to some merchandise at a sporting goods store in Covington. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office posted an update stating, The suspect has been identified and is a juvenile. Therefore, we made some additional edits. Great job FB fam for those DMs
, acknowledging the community help they received through direct messages.
The suspect's method of theft was far from sophisticated, involuntarily showcasing his antics to the store's security cameras. He's seen pocketing multiple ski masks, humorously dubbed the 'Felony Fleece Collection™,' into his pants, resulting in a bulging appearance. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office added a touch of humor to the situation, comparing the suspect's attempt to hide the items to someone with a bulk pack of socks stuffed in their waistband.
Further diminishing any prospects of a criminal career, the chosen escape vehicle was none other, than a Nissan Altima. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office playfully mocked the lack of a "smooth criminal energy," a nod to Michael Jackson's hit, as they reported the incident on their official Facebook page.
The law enforcement agency has taken a lighthearted approach to the situation, while still asking for public assistance in identifying the thief referred to as "Captain Klepto and His Pants of Deception," as mentioned on the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office Facebook page. They welcomed anyone with information to connect, through traditional means or directly via social media, to help apprehend the young suspect before his criminal endeavors escalate.
