Accused Pearl River Shoplifter Also Faces Drug Charge

PEARL RIVER, NY — Kristen M. Decker is due in Orangetown Town Court Oct. 10. She faces charges of petty larceny and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, both misdemeanors.

Orangetown police responded to the Shoprite on North Middletown Road after getting a report of a shoplifter at 5:42 p.m. Tuesday. Store staff alleged Decker left without paying for items worth $80.06.

Police said when they placed her in custody they found packets of heroin.

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