AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Two people were arrested earlier this week in what the Austin Police Department called a "shoplifting blitz" operation.

Officers "conducted a proactive shoplifting blitz operation" near Lakeline Mall on Tuesday, according to a press release from APD.

During the operation, APD responded to a report that two people were removing security devices from unpaid merchandise and hiding the items while inside Kohl's.

Store employees told police that the two people hid several items in reusable shopping bags and a purse.

Police saw the suspects leave the store with the stolen items and then get into a black Tesla. Shortly after, they were taken into custody.

APD said officers recovered around $1,600 worth of merchandise that had been stolen from Kohl's, and about $2,000 worth o

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