LPD: Local man accused of shoplifting nearly $70 worth of merchandise from Tops Friendly Markets

LOWVILLE- A North Country man is accused of shoplifting this week from a local grocery store, authorities say.

Scott R. Ielfield, 66, of Lowville, NY was arrested Thursday by the Village Police Department. He is officially charged with one count of petit larceny, according to Chief of Police Daryl Ortlieb.

It's reported that police investigated a shoplifting complaint Thursday at Tops Friendly Markets. Investigation suggests that Ielfield allegedly left the store without paying for $68.87 worth of merchandise.

He was confronted out in the store parking lot, police said.

Ielfield was issued with an appearance ticket, which is returnable to Lowville Town Court at a later date.

There were no further details provided.

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