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Thursday, January 17, 2013

Thief Steals from Doylestown Boutique - Again

Someone recently stole an outfit from a mannequin on North Main Street, in a second act of theft from a mom-and-pop store.

It is hard enough for small, independent retail shops to stay open in today's economy, but being stolen from - twice - packs both a financial and emotional punch. Maura McNamara felt the sting of just such an act recently for the second time. On Nov. 28, in the middle of the afternoon, a thief undressed McNamara's sidewalk mannequi, which displays stylish outfits sold in her boutique, Chelsea. As if that wasn't bad enough, the same thing happened again, on Friday, Jan. 4. Between 5 and 5:40 p.m., someone removed another outfit, leaving behind nothing but a naked mannequin on North Main Street, arguably the busiest street in town. Missing was a turquoise dress, a gray and turquoise jacket and a necklace, according to the police report. The …

Nicole

7:07 am on Friday, January 18, 2013

Its a shame your store is closing ,its your kind of unique things that gives doylestown a different shopping experience.I hope they catch the disrespectful pig who has been stealing from you.People need to understand that stealing affects every one in our country.So earn the money and buy what you want don't steal from any one.   more ›

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