2/21/13 - The couple who were alleged to have stolen a donation jar from the Howell Township 7-Eleven store last weekend has been arrested. The Livingston County Sheriff's Department says the male and female suspects involved in the theft of a donation jar were identified after a surveillance photo was posted on Wednesday. The Sheriffâs Department Detective Bureau, along with investigators from the Michigan Department of Corrections, responded to a residence in the 4700 block of W. Grand River in Howell Township, near the storeâs location. They found the male suspect hiding in a small crawl space under the floor in a laundry room of the home. He was taken into custody without incident as was his 28-year-old wife. After it was determined that the male suspect, who was on parole, had several outstanding warrants, he was turned over to investigators from the Michigan Department of Corrections. His wife was lodged in the Livingston County Jail. The child that was present at the store during the theft was released to a family member. The jar they are accused of stealing was collecting money for an Arkansas child with Down syndrome who needs surgery. Rita Turner, who owns the 7-11 store, says several residents have stepped up since the robbery to offer donations that will more than replace what was stolen. Anyone else wishing to help can send donations to the Ashley Molder Fund, c/o 7-Eleven, 3100 W Highland, Howell MI 48843 (JK)
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