Store Owners Watchful for Holiday Shoplifters

EASTON, Md.-- Two young girls were caught trying to shoplift over a $1,000 worth of goods from Walmart. 

According to the Easton Police Department, officers responded to the Walmart on Elliot Rd. after receiving a call from the store's loss prevention officer about two girls shoplifting. 

When officers arrived on the scene, the loss prevention officer recovered the stolen merchandise valued at $1,051, and the two girls walked off the property.

Police say officers tracked the girls down and identified them. 

The 11-years-old and 13-years-old were then released into the custody of a family member. 

The 11-year-old was not charged due to age restrictions. 

The 13-year-old was referred to the Department of Juvenile Services for theft.