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Quincy Man Facing Retail Theft and Drug Charges
Quincy Police say a man is in custody after he left Wal-Mart with over $1600 in merchandise in a shopping cart.
Police say 25-year-old John Bates was arrested after he walked by all points of sale early Monday afternoon. Bates was also arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. A May 23rd court appearance is scheduled.
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