Grocery store employee arrested for felony theft

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

— An employee of Marvin’s IGA was arrested for felony theft of property.

Lorna Wynn, 39, Pea Ridge, assistant manager, was arrested by Pea Ridge Police and bookedinto the Benton County Jail July 18 as the result ofan investigation begun by Marvin’s corporate office.

She was released July 19 on a $7,500 bond.

An internal investigation was initiated by corporate officials after reduced revenues at the Pea Ridge store were noticed. The investigation led to the discovery of up to $17,000 being taken from the store over a yearlong period.

Police were notified and evidence was turned over to the Benton County Prosecutor’s Office.

News, Pages 6 on 07/28/2010