NEWS RELEASE
TIMMINS POLICE SERVICE
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The Timmins Police Service has completed its investigation into an occurrence involving allegations of theft and assault at a local grocery store.
It is alleged that, on Nov. 19, a female suspect stole various food items from a Brunette Street grocery store and fled the store.
It is further alleged that, upon being confronted by store security, the suspect assaulted the security guard and a bystander and then fled the scene.
The suspect had been identified, located, and arrested by the Timmins Police Service on Nov. 29.
As a result, Cassy Sheldon, 27, of Timmins has been charged with:
- One count of theft under $5000 contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
- One count of possession of property obtained by crime contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
- One count of fail to comply with probation order contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
- Two counts of assault contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada
The accused was held for a bail hearing which took place at Provincial Court yesterday. She remains in custody. Her next appearance in court is slated for Dec. 5.
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