Prince George’s police announce major retail theft bust, suspect accused in more than 100 thefts

The Brief

  • Police announce a major win in organized retail theft.
  • Investigators say Carlos Maurice Wilder committed more than 100 thefts.
  • Police say none of the merchandise was recovered because he was selling the items.

RIVERDALE, Md. Police in Prince George’s County are calling it a major win in their crackdown on organized retail theft.

Investigators say a 42-year-old man accused of stealing roughly $50,000 worth of merchandise from stores across the county is now behind bars after months of investigation.

FOX 5’s Shirin Rajaee sat down exclusively with Police Chief George Nader, who said this was not a case of someone stealing necessities to survive.

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