Manchester Woman Charged In Vernon Cigarette Theft Case

VERNON, CT — Vernon police Friday said a suspected cigarette thief who smashed her way into a local gas station has been caught.

Danielle Pellitier, 41, of Manchester, was picked up on a warrant Thursday, according to an arrest report. She was charged with conspiracy to commit burglary and conspiracy to commit larceny, both in the third degree, and conspiracy to commit first-degree criminal mischief, according to an arrest report.

Police said the burglary took place at 11:38 p.m. on July 18 at the Citgo station at 229 Talcottville Road in Vernon.

A front glass door was smashed to gain entry and cigarettes were taken, police said.