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Suspect detained after shoplifting at local store

Heard on: Tacoma Police Dispatch - South

00:04

Three sector, corresponding shoplifting to the JCPenney (number withheld) South Steele Street with a suspect in custody.

2/5/2026 05:50 PM

Theft

S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98409

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2/17/2026 05:54 PM

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As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a possible trespassing incident at a retail store in Tacoma. One person was reportedly advised to leave the premises and not return. The situation appeared to be contained without further disturbance.

Security requests police response at JCPenney; multiple subjects dispersed inside

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2/16/2026 04:59 PM

S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98409

As discussed during the dispatch call, police units responded to JCPenney in Tacoma at the request of store security. Officers were directed to the security office and guided to locate multiple subjects reported to be dispersed in different areas of the store.

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Theft reported near S Steele St, Tacoma, WA 98409 on Feb 5, 2026, 5:50 PM. As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible shoplifting incident at a retail store near South Steele Street in Tacoma. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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