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Laredo man arrested for theft and injury to elderly
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Ellie Bednarz , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Police were called to the store on North Arkansas Avenue after the manager reported the incident. A 37-year-old man is facing felony charges after an incident at a dollar store in north Laredo.
A 37-year-old man is facing felony charges after an incident at a dollar store in north Laredo . The man allegedly stole merchandise and shoved two people while leaving the business. Police were called to the store on North Arkansas Avenue after the manager reported the incident.
The manager claimed the man had concealed additional items in his pants and attempted to leave without paying. When she tried to stop him, he allegedly pushed her and a 66-year-old man, causing the older man pain. Further details about the incident and the man's prior record are available from local news sources.
The man was detained by police and found to have concealed soaps and laundry products in his pant leg.
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Category: safety Published: July 21, 2026 Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News Reading time: 1 min
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