On May 20 troopers responded to a theft in progress at a Walmart on Silverback Lane in the town of Erwin.
Upon investigation, officers found that the suspect, identified as 47-year-old Amy M. Nichols from Lindley had attempted to return items that had not been purchased in exchange for a gift card.
As a result of the investigation, Nichols was arrested and charged with Petit Larceny, a class A misdemeanor.
Following her arrest, Nichols was processed at the SP Painted Post station. She was later issued an appearance ticket and released.
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