Location: Target, 25 South Gateway Drive, Stafford VA
Time: January 2, 2026 – 5:34 p.m.
Loss prevention staff at Target apprehended a woman who attempted to steal merchandise by hiding it in her purse and jacket. Deputy L.T. Smith responded and identified the suspect as Brittany Batton, 27, of Stafford. She was issued a summons for shoplifting and released.