7-Eleven Employee Says He Stole Money For His Children

HOLIDAY, FL – A Holiday man has been charged with grand theft after being accused of stealing money from the cash register of the 7-Eleven where he worked.

Jonathan Ocasio, 28, of 4233 Darlington Road, Holiday, reportedly rang up phantom sales of lottery tickets on the cash register at the convenience store at 1133 Alternate U.S. 19, Holiday. He then allegedly cancelled the sale and pocketed the money. Over a seven-month period, the amount stolen added up to $7,000.

When questioned, Ocasio admitted to the theft and said he was sorry. He said he spent the money on his children.

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