Two employees of a local convenience store were charged recently after Douglas authorities discovered they’d staged a robbery in an effort to cover up shortages at the store.
DPD officers responded to Aden’s Minit Mart, 1020 E. Baker Hwy., on June 26 after receiving a report of a robbery. Authorities were told an employee had walked out of the store to make a bank deposit when she was allegedly confronted by a black male who robbed her and fled the scene.
Police officials say a subsequent investigation into the case determined the initial complainant and another employee had staged the incident.
24-year-old Audreona Hilliard has been arrested and charged with false report of a crime and felony theft by taking. Santana Cheri Wiley (30) assisted in the staged robbery, authorities say, and has been charged with felony theft by taking.
Anyone with information that could further assist in this case is asked to contact the Douglas Police Dept. at 912-384-2222 or the Tips Line at 912-260-3600. Information can also be shared on the Department’s Facebook page.
