Bridgeport, Conn. (Nov. 12, 2015) – Today, the Bridgeport Police Department announced the arrest of a man for stealing several bags of shrimp from Food Bazaar (500 Sylvan Ave.). On Monday, police officers were dispatched to Food Bazaar following a shoplifting complaint. Upon arrival on scene, police officers located an individual sitting on the floor next to the store manager.
The man on the floor – Carlos Muniz (DOB: 6/25/1978) – was identified as the shoplifter, and the police officer handcuffed and detained him. Police officers also determined that there was an active warrant for Muniz. After police officers reviewed video surveillance of the incident, it was evident that Muniz attempted to walk out of the store while concealing five bags of shrimp under his sweatshirt and sweatpants. All of the merchandise was recovered. Muniz was charged with larceny in the 6th degree. Bond has been set at $500.00.
(Bridgeport Police Press Release)
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