Unsuccessful Getaway for Man in Wheelchair who Stole Over $200 in Candy

Niagara Falls Police responded to the area of Family Dollar on Portage Road around 8:40am on September 13th after reports of a shoplifter. Officers were notified by dispatch that the suspect was a black male in a wheelchair.

A suspect matching the description was located on the 800 block of Ashland Avenue, approx. .25 miles away from Family Dollar. The male had a large black garbage bag on him, which was filled with various candies.

Officers asked the suspect, now identified as Xaiver McClain , if he paid for the merchandise to which he stated, “some of it.” McClain was detained and transported to Family Dollar for a show up.

A store employee positively identified him as the shoplifter and provided officers with a receipt valuing the merchandise at $217.75, none of which was paid for. A supporting deposition was signed and the employee wished to press charges on behalf of Family Dollar.

McClain was transported to police headquarters for booking and processing. He was released on an appearance ticket.

Unsuccessful Getaway for Man in Wheelchair who Stole Over $200 in Candy