Crime & Safety
San Clemente Walmart Searched For Robbery Suspect, Shoppers Flee
The San Clemente Walmart became the scene of much action, Friday when an alleged robbery suspect hid out in the store, authorities say.
SAN CLEMENTE, CA — Shoppers and workers fled the San Clemente Walmart Friday after a robbery suspect ran inside the busy store and hid from authorities, witnesses say.
A man attempted to rob a beauty supply store in the Walmart shopping center at approximately 2:45 p.m., according to Sgt. Todd Hylton of the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
The suspect entered the Walmart store, but left prior to OCSD's arrival at the scene, Hylton says.
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The Walmart was temporarily evacuated during a search for the suspect. Shoppers and workers were allowed back inside approximately a half-hour later.
The suspect's identity has not yet been discovered.
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