This morning, at around 9 a.m., the South Gate Police Department (SGPD) arrested Enrique Canchola Jr., 25, of Norwalk after he allegedly attempted to steal goods from the 7-Eleven store on Missouri Avenue and State Street.
“An officer saw [Canchola] run out of the store,” said Sgt. Tim Williams of the SGPD. “One suspect ran away.”
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Canchola, who the SGPD described as homeless, was allegedly caught by the SGPD officer with an 18 pack of beer, a bag of dog food and a monster drink. The goods that were allegely found on him have been returned to the 7-Eleven.
The SGPD also stated that surveillance videos would help them identify and arrest the second suspect who managed to get away, said Sgt. Williams.
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Canchola is currently being held on burglary charges at the South Gate Police Station.
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