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CT Lawmaker Accused Of Shoplifting; Takes Responsibility For Self-Checkout ‘Error’

BETHEL, CONNECTICUT, JUN 24 – State Rep. Raghib Allie-Brennan faces a misdemeanor charge for allegedly failing to scan $26.69 worth of items at self-checkout, citing a rush to visit his hospitalized grandmother.

  • Connecticut State Representative Raghib Allie-Brennan was arrested on Monday for allegedly shoplifting $26.69 worth of merchandise from a Target store in Bethel.
  • The incident occurred after Allie-Brennan unintentionally left the self-checkout without scanning two items while rushing to bring supplies to his hospitalized grandmother.
  • Police identified Allie-Brennan through loss prevention recognition and security footage, charging him with larceny in the sixth degree and scheduling a court appearance on July 1 at Danbury Superior Court.
  • Allie-Brennan released a statement taking full responsibility, respecting the law and Target’s policies, and committing to transparent service while working through the legal process respectfully and quickly.
  • Public response on social media included nearly 100 comments, many supporting his transparency and emphasizing that such mistakes can happen when distracted.
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dailyructions.com broke the news in on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
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