A pair of petty thieves were caught today in Santa Elena Town. Quick action from the proprietor of a furniture store led to the arrest of the pair. Around 11:00 this morning, James Palma was inside the family furniture on Loma Luz Boulevard, when two men walked in. One distracted him while the other stole a wooden nightstand from the display. They both escaped. But, business owner Albert Palma managed to capture one of the thieves, later identified as 38 year old James Nicholas. Police later found the night stand at his home. Quick police work led to the arrest of the other suspect, a 31 year old. Both are expected to be charged for theft and handling stolen property.
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