A Connecticut couple is accused of stealing up to $1 million worth of Lululemon merchandise in a two-month crime spree in multiple states, police said.
Jadion Richards, 44, and Akwele Rose Richards, 45, are finally together. arrested A man was arrested by police in Minnesota on Nov. 14 on suspicion of robbing multiple stores of a luxury fitness apparel brand in Utah, Colorado, New York and Connecticut since September. new york post Reported.
Richards, who is Black, accused Lululemon's loss prevention staff of racial profiling when the couple set off a burglar alarm as they left the Woodbury store. But company investigators said the pair had just stolen about $5,000 worth of merchandise (at least 45 items) from “several different locations the previous day,” the paper said.
After police arrived and arrested the couple, authorities said they found a key to a Marriott hotel room, where they discovered multiple suitcases filled with approximately $50,000 worth of Lululemon merchandise.
According to the company's internal investigation, the couple is suspected of stealing up to $1 million worth of products.
“This achievement underscores our continued collaboration with law enforcement and our continued investment in advanced technology, team training and investigative capabilities to combat retail crime and hold criminals accountable.” said an asset protection executive. said NBC News. “We remain committed to continuing our efforts to address and prevent this industry-wide issue.”
According to a criminal complaint obtained by the New York Post, the couple's theft strategy included one distracting store staff and the other shoving clothing under his own clothing.
The two Danbury natives have since. Paid In Colorado, there were eight thefts in October, and in Utah, there were seven thefts in November, according to the report. USA Today.
Additional charges related to other theft charges across multiple states are possible.
Both Richardses were booked into the Ramsey County Jail in Minnesota before being released on bond.
