Crime & Safety
Thief Hit Nashua Ocean State Job Lot: Police
James Charland allegedly stole merchandise and was charged with felony theft.

NASHUA, NH — A Nashua man was charged with stealing merchandise from Ocean State Job Lot on Main Street.
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Police said they reviewed security camera footage that showed James Charland, 35, conceal merchandise in a bag and leave the store without paying on Dec. 28.
Officers obtained a warrant and arrested Charland Tuesday. He was charged with felony theft.
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Police said he has a criminal history that includes several theft convictions.
He was held on $360 bail pending an arraignment Wednesday.
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