Woman arrested after attempting to steal $966 in merchandise

The Jasper Police Department arrested a Jasper woman after she was allegedly caught attempting to take $966.10 worth of merchandise from the Jasper Walmart without paying.

According to authorities, they were called to the Walmart, 4040 Newton Street, at abotu 12:48 p.m. on Tuesday in reference to 31-year-old Tessa L. Zehr, of Canterbury Court, attempting to leave the store with a large quantity of items without paying for them. The items consisted of mainly groceries and makeup.

Zehr had already left the property.

Officer made contact with Zehr a short time later at her residence and arrested her for Level 6 felony theft and criminal trespass. She has been charged with theft from the store in the past.

Zehr was booked into the Dubois County Security Center, where she is being held without bond until her initial hearing.