Erica Lauren, Samantha Hayes
[Insert Date]
SL-04.0
[Store Name] – Loss Prevention Division
Both signed civil demand notices. Banned from all store locations. Local PD declined charges due to low value, but store will pursue restitution. -Shoplyfter- Erica Lauren- Samantha Hayes -04.0...
Claimed she was “just holding the bag” for Erica. Security footage shows both selecting and concealing items together in fitting room.
Erica became distressed during interview; Samantha remained defensive but ultimately compliant. No injuries reported. Case closed pending payment of civil demand. Erica Lauren, Samantha Hayes [Insert Date] SL-04
At approximately 14:30, both subjects exited the store without paying for select merchandise concealed inside a handbag. LP officer intervened prior to exit.
Initially cooperative but evasive. Upon secondary search, items recovered from her jacket lining. Claimed Samantha had no knowledge. Claimed she was “just holding the bag” for Erica
Case #04.0 – Lauren & Hayes Interview Summary