Broomfield, Colo. – A 44-year-old woman was arrested in Broomfield on Friday evening after police discovered nearly $1,000 in stolen merchandise and fentanyl in her possession.
Officers responded to a call from employees at Dick’s Sporting Goods at Flatiron Crossing. Store staff reported hearing suspicious noises from a fitting room, where the suspect was allegedly using tools to remove security sensors from items.
Upon arrival, police confronted the woman and found stolen merchandise from multiple stores hidden in her belongings. A further search also revealed fentanyl, a dangerous and highly potent opioid. She was taken into custody on multiple charges, including possession of a controlled substance and theft.
The suspect was booked into the Broomfield Detention Center, though police have yet to release her identity. Authorities have not confirmed if she was acting alone or as part of a larger theft operation.
Retail theft and drug-related crimes have been a growing concern in the area, with law enforcement cracking down on organized retail crime and illegal substance distribution. Police continue to investigate the case and are urging local businesses to remain vigilant against shoplifting activities.
The Broomfield Police Department has not yet provided additional details on the case. More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
