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Meat thief on the run: Odessa police looking for H-E-B shoplifter
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Katelyn Carlock , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· August 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The suspect's identity is not yet confirmed, and authorities are seeking help from the public. Those with information can contact the police department or crime stoppers at 432-333-TIPS for more details on how to assist in the investigation.
A man is wanted for stealing a significant amount of meat from a grocery store. The stolen meat is valued at $290. He fled the scene in a red Subaru, but the license plate number is not known.
The suspect's identity is not yet confirmed, and authorities are seeking help from the public. People with information about the incident or the individual involved are encouraged to come forward.
Those with information can contact the police department or crime stoppers at 432-333-TIPS for more details on how to assist in the investigation.
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Category: safety Published: August 21, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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