Teen Helps Steal $300 In Vape Pens In Glen Rock: Police

GLEN ROCK, NJ — An 18-year-old stands accused of helping lift nearly $375 worth of vape pens from a local store, authorities said.

The New York teen was one of three people identified in the shoplifting incident Thursday at Krauszers Food Store in Glen Rock, police Chief Dean Ackermann said.

At about 2:45 p.m., the trio allegedly "became abusive" with the cashier and asked for money, and when they were refused, stole the products and drove off, police said. No threat of violence was made.

The cashier followed and was able to provide police with the license plate number of the getaway vehicle, and the store owner was able to provide surveillance video, police said.

The 18-year-old was arrested and charged Saturday with shoplifting and criminal conspiracy, and was released on his own recognizance, pending an initial court appearance, police said.

Investigation into the identities of the other two suspects is ongoing, police said.