Location: 2500 block of 9th Road S., Arlington VA
Time: Approximately 8:24 a.m., July 20
An Arlington man has been arrested after police say he attempted to steal merchandise from a business in the 2500 block of 9th Road South.
Investigators say the suspect filled a shopping cart with merchandise and attempted to leave the store without paying. An employee confronted him, leading to a struggle over the merchandise.
The suspect fled on foot without any of the items.
Police later identified the suspect and took him into custody. He was transported to a local hospital for evaluation before being arrested.
Charles Adams Jr., 71, of Arlington, was charged with Attempted Robbery.