Dunmore Man Charged for Theft at Turkey Hill

Suspect stole lottery tickets, vapes, and other items worth around $850

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A 36-year-old Dunmore man named Anthony Librizzi has been charged with retail theft, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of controlled substances after allegedly stealing around $850 worth of items including lottery tickets, vapes, sports cards, and sunglasses from a Turkey Hill store in Scranton, Pennsylvania early Saturday morning.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing problem of retail theft, which can have significant financial impacts on small businesses like convenience stores. It also raises concerns about the suspect's alleged possession of illegal drugs and prescription medications that were not prescribed to him.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, police responded to the Turkey Hill store on Meridian Avenue around 4:37 AM on Saturday after receiving a report of a male stealing items. They stopped and apprehended Librizzi, who matched the description of the suspect, on the 300 block of Fifth Avenue. Librizzi admitted to stealing the lottery tickets, and a Turkey Hill employee said he had dropped some of the stolen items on the ground when she caught him trying to steal more. Police found the additional stolen items, including lottery tickets, sports cards, sunglasses, vapes, and candy, in a backpack Librizzi had discarded. In total, the stolen items were valued at around $850. Police also discovered Librizzi was in possession of marijuana, gabapentin, buprenorphine hydrochloride, clonidine HCL, and other unidentified pills.

  • The incident occurred around 4:37 AM on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
  • Librizzi was arraigned and is currently being held on $10,000 bail. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for February 20, 2026 at 9 AM.

The players

Anthony Librizzi

A 36-year-old man from Dunmore, Pennsylvania who has been charged with retail theft, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of controlled substances.

Turkey Hill

A convenience store chain where the alleged theft took place.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Anthony Librizzi out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges convenience stores face with retail theft, as well as the broader issue of drug abuse and the illegal possession of prescription medications. It underscores the need for continued vigilance and collaboration between law enforcement, businesses, and the community to address these problems.