A massive retail theft operation targeting Ulta Beauty stores around the country came to a halt Monday in Florida. Officers from the Stuart Police Department apprehended two individuals at the Pineapple Commons shopping complex on March 16, capping a multi-state spree that investigators claim included dozens of separate incidents.
The break in the investigation occurred after the Port St. Lucie Police Department issued an alert about two people tied to recent shoplifting at Ulta outlets in their jurisdiction. Local authorities apprehended the couple at the Stuart store without incident.
According to police investigations, both suspects admitted to their involvement in many thefts during later interrogation…