(WNY News Now) – A 62-year old man faces charges after an incident of shoplifting at Wegmans on Feb. 22, 2024, prompting a response from the Ellicott Police.

On Feb. 22, 2024, Ellicott Police were summoned to Wegmans to address a reported shoplifting incident. Subsequent investigation revealed that Patrick R. Damore had passed the point of sale without paying for items. Damore was taken into custody and later released with an appearance ticket for the Town of Ellicott Court. He is scheduled to appear at a later date to address the charges.