Bancroft OPP has charged two individuals following a shoplifting investigation at a local business.

Wednesday, shortly after 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a theft in progress at a retail store on Hastings Street North in Bancroft.

It was reported that a male suspect stole a cart of merchandise before leaving the store.

The suspect allegedly returned a short time later and was confronted by store staff, at which point he fled into a wooded area behind the business.

Officers conducted an area search and later located and arrested two individuals in relation to the incident.

As a result of the investigation:

Wayne Fairhurst, 50 years old, of Dysart et al., has been charged with:

Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting, contrary to section 334(b) of the Criminal Code

Possession

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