Man Tased Outside Target; Allegedly Tried To Steal Bieber Valentines
MILFORD (CBS) - An alleged shoplifter was hit with a stun gun as he tried to escape from Target in Milford, according to police.
Milford Patch reports that man, identified as Michael Pete Harding, 50, of Grafton was trying to swipe a shopping cart full of items that included several cases of Red Bull, Tide detergent, and packages of Justin Bieber valentines.
Police believe he planned to resell the items.
While Harding was in the store, Target's store security recognized him as having shoplifted from the store in the past, so they called police.
An officer was waiting for him as he tried to run out the doors.
"He pushed the cart at me and then ran off to my left," the officer told the Patch.
The officer was able to chase down Harding.
Harding allegedly tried to punch the officer, and was hit with a stun gun in response.
He's charged with larceny over $250 and resisting arrest.
