BCSO searches for young shoplifting suspect who brandished knife at Ross

By KOB

BCSO searches for young shoplifting suspect who brandished knife at Ross

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help to identify a young boy accused of shoplifting.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to identify a young boy accused of shoplifting.

According to BCSO, the boy – estimated to be between 10 and 13 years old – stole eight purses from the Ross Dress for Less store in the South Valley. They said it happened on Nov. 22 at around 11:30 a.m.

The boy who was wearing a black Chicago Bulls sweatshirt, was confronted by a loss prevention officer as he attempted to leave the store. At that point, the boy brandished a knife and threatened, “Don’t try to stop me,” because fleeing.

The boy was seen getting into a silver van outside that was driven by an adult.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact BCSO detectives by emailing violentcrimes@bernco.gov or by calling (505) 798-7000.