Naperville Woman Arrested for Home Depot Theft on Pre-Trial Release Following Previous Thefts
Repeat Offender Caught with Over $1,600 in Stolen Merchandise
A Naperville woman, Florence Twu, 41, has been arrested again for theft, this time for stealing over $1,600 worth of merchandise from Home Depot. The incident occurred on Tuesday at 6:06 p.m. at the Home Depot store on Audrey Avenue.
How the Crime Unfolded
According to police, Twu entered the store and gathered over 50 items, including tools, home repair items, and clothing, and placed them in her backpack and shopping cart. She then attempted to leave the store without paying for the items, which totaled approximately $1,630. When confronted by a loss prevention officer, Twu abandoned the shopping cart and fled to her car with the backpack. However, she was arrested in the parking lot by police.
Prior Conviction
This is not Twu’s first involving theft. At the time of this incident, she was already on pre-trial release following a June 20 arrest for allegedly stealing more than $300 worth of cosmetics, self-care products, and office supplies from Walmart and Nordstrom Rack stores in Naperville.
Court Hearing and Pre-Trial Release Revoked
At a Wednesday hearing, Twu was released on the new charges, as required by law. However, the court granted the state’s motion to revoke her pre-trial release on the previous Walmart case.
Conclusion
Twu’s latest arrest highlights the need for stricter measures to prevent repeat offenders from committing further crimes. As the investigation into this case continues, authorities will work to ensure that those responsible for property crimes are held accountable for their actions.
FAQs
* What was the total value of the stolen merchandise from the Home Depot?
The stolen merchandise was valued at over $1,630.
* How long has Florence Twu been on pre-trial release?
Twu was on pre-trial release following a June 20 arrest for a previous theft.
* What was the original charge filed against Twu in the previous case?
The original charges filed against Twu for the June 20 incident included retail theft and burglary.
