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Box store meat heist leads to police chase

The investigation began on Jan. 3, when police say they saw a stolen vehicle leaving the parking lot of an unidentified north-end hotel. CKWS

Police say a Lyndhurst, Ont. woman was arrested after she tried to steal meat from the Costco on Centennial Drive.

On Tuesday at 7:45 p.m., police say the woman, 49, attempted to shoplift an unknown type and quantity of meat from Costco.

Police say the accused fled in a vehicle. Shortly after, an officer saw her driving eastbound on Princess Street.

When a chase ensued, the accused then allegedly tried to evade police by speeding, making erratic turns and blowing stop signs.

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The officer caught up to the woman as she turned back onto Princess Street, pulled into a lot and exited the vehicle.

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The accused was charged with theft, and dangerous driving.

On top of her charges, her car was seized by police for having a bald “donut” spare tire on the passenger side.

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