Accused Shoplifter's Getaway Car Leaves Her Behind

Orange Police Blotter details a series of recent incidents involving alleged crimes and traffic stops

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:49pm

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A woman suspected of shoplifting from an Alo Yoga store in Orange, Ohio was detained by police after her alleged accomplices fled the scene in a car registered to her. In separate incidents, police also made traffic stops involving firearms, open containers, and drug possession.

Why it matters

These cases highlight the challenges law enforcement faces in addressing property crimes, traffic violations, and the presence of weapons in vehicles in the Orange community. The stories also raise questions about bail policies and the role of technology in both enabling and combating criminal activity.

The details

According to the police blotter, officers responded to a report of suspected shoplifters fleeing an Alo Yoga store. One woman matching the description was detained, and security footage allegedly identified her as a suspect. Her registered vehicle had left the scene with the other alleged accomplices. In other incidents, police made traffic stops and found loaded firearms, open containers of alcohol, and marijuana. One driver had a suspended concealed carry license.

  • On March 11, police responded to a report of suspected shoplifters at the Pinecrest Alo Yoga store around 1:30 p.m.
  • On March 15, police stopped a driver on I-271 for a expired temporary tag, prohibited left turn, and erratic driving around 10:00 p.m.
  • On March 20, police stopped a car on Orange Place for an expired temporary tag and illegal window tint around 10:17 p.m.
  • On March 21, police pulled over a vehicle at a gas station on Chagrin Boulevard for illegal window tint around 10:31 p.m.
  • On March 15, police responded to a report of a suspicious man taking photos at Temple Emanu El around 9:15 a.m.

The players

Alo Yoga

A yoga apparel and accessories retailer with a location in the Pinecrest shopping center in Orange, Ohio.

Citizens Bank

A national bank where a resident reported fraudulent checks being cashed from their account.

Jewish Federation of Cleveland (JFC)

A nonprofit organization that alerted police about a suspicious man taking photos on the property of Temple Emanu El.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the fraudulent checks cashed from the resident's bank account, and are on the lookout for the vehicle and suspects involved in the Alo Yoga shoplifting incident.

The takeaway

These cases highlight the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in Orange, Ohio when it comes to property crimes, traffic violations, and the presence of weapons and drugs in vehicles. The stories raise broader questions about bail policies, the role of technology in both enabling and combating criminal activity, and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between the community and police.