Rochester Man Arrested for Walmart Larceny in Macedon

Suspect allegedly impersonated employee to steal over $50,000 in iPhones nearly 3 years ago

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A 32-year-old Rochester man named Anthony D. Capers has been arrested and charged with grand larceny, conspiracy, and criminal impersonation for allegedly stealing over 60 iPhones worth nearly $52,000 from a Walmart in Macedon, New York in 2023. Capers was taken into custody in February 2026 following a traffic stop and investigation by the Elmira Police Department.

Why it matters

Retail theft and organized retail crime continue to be major issues for businesses, costing billions annually. This case highlights how suspects may use sophisticated methods like impersonating employees to gain access and steal high-value merchandise, raising concerns about security protocols and potential legislative reforms to address the problem.

The details

According to police, on February 2, 2023, Capers allegedly impersonated an Outsourced Sales Leader employee to obtain the store's master keys. He was then seen on security footage accessing a locked storage container, selecting over 60 iPhones valued at $51,982, and exiting the store without paying. After a thorough investigation, a Wayne County Grand Jury indictment led to an arrest warrant being issued for Capers in April 2023.

  • On February 2, 2023, the alleged larceny occurred at the Walmart in Macedon, New York.
  • On April 2, 2023, a Wayne County Grand Jury issued a Superior Court Warrant of Arrest.
  • On February 14, 2026, Capers was taken into custody during a traffic stop by the Elmira Police Department.

The players

Anthony D. Capers

A 32-year-old Rochester man who was arrested and charged with grand larceny, conspiracy, and criminal impersonation for allegedly stealing over $50,000 worth of iPhones from a Walmart in Macedon, New York in 2023.

Walmart

The retail chain where the alleged larceny took place in 2023.

Elmira Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrested Capers in 2026.

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What’s next

Capers was released after his arraignment in Wayne County Court. The judge will determine if he should be allowed bail as the case proceeds.

The takeaway

This case highlights the sophisticated methods criminals may use to steal high-value merchandise from retailers, emphasizing the need for businesses to maintain robust security protocols and for lawmakers to consider legislative reforms to address the growing problem of organized retail crime.