Salem, OR. — A coordinated retail theft operation conducted Thursday at the Willamette Town Center resulted in seven arrests and the recovery of about $1,000 in stolen merchandise.
On October 30, Salem Police Department detectives from the Felony Crimes Unit partnered with the Violent Crimes Unit, Patrol Division, and loss prevention teams from TJ Maxx, Sierra, HomeGoods, and Burlington to conduct the operation. The sting was funded through the Oregon Department of Justice Organized Retail Theft Grant Program.
Those arrested face a range of theft-related charges:
- Erick Talbott, 31, of Salem – Theft
- Ryan Bates, 38, of Salem – Theft
- Efrain Roberts, 44, of Salem – Theft
- Alisha Corona, 43, of Salem – Theft
- Austin Zehner, 28, of Salem – Theft
- Deanna Oneill, 25, of Stayton – Theft
- Kevin Aguilar, 33, of Salem – Theft, Interfering with a Peace Officer, Possession of Fentanyl
Several outstanding warrants were also served during the operation.
The Salem Police Department said it remains committed to addressing organized retail theft and its impact on local businesses through proactive enforcement and partnerships with retailers and state agencies.
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