Thief River Falls (trfnews.i234.me) Police cited an 18-year-old after a reported theft at Sara Jane Boutique.
Report details
Police received the report at about 5:50 p.m. on Dec. 8.
The report lists Sara Jane Boutique in Thief River Falls as the location.
The filing describes the case as a clothing theft.
No injuries were reported.
The report did not describe any threats or force.
Person cited
Emma Lorraine Seyller, 18, of Newfolden, was cited for theft, according to the filing.
The citation was filed on Dec. 23.
The filing did not list the value of the items.
The filing did not say if the items were recovered.
It also did not say if restitution was requested.
What the citation does not say
The brief filing did not include many details.
It did not explain how the clothing was taken.
It did not say if the video was used.
It did not list witness statements.
It also did not list any police officer names.
Law and public records
Minnesota’s theft law is listed under Minnesota Statute 609.52.
Penalties can depend on the value of items and other factors.
Public court entries, if any, may appear on Minnesota Court Records Online.
The public access site can show future hearing dates if they are posted.
What happens next
A citation is not a conviction.
A person is presumed innocent in court.
Any next steps would be handled through the court process.
TRF News will follow the case if more public details are released.
Tips for shoppers and stores
Police often ask stores to report theft quickly.
Stores often save video and receipts when they can.
Witnesses can share what they saw with law enforcement.
People should avoid confrontations that could turn violent.
If you have helpful information, contact local law enforcement.
In emergencies, call 911.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.
Apparently she did NOT know who she was stealing from!