Crime & Safety

Woman Accused of Stealing Three Purses from Macy's

The following information was provided by the Yorktown Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

A 42-year-old Yonkers woman is accused of stealing three purses from a department store in Yorktown, said. 

Madeline Lucre was arrested on May 16 at about 7 p.m. when police responded to  after security personnel reported a shoplifter in custody. The defendant was charged with petty larceny, a misdemeanor. 

Investigation revealed Lucre allegedly exited the store without paying for three purses valued at $774. 

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The woman was released on $1,500 bail and was scheduled to appear in court on May 22. 

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