Largo woman arrested after stealing exotic bird from pet store: PCSO [Video]

OLDSMAR, Fla. – Pinellas County deputies say a 54-year-old Largo woman was arrested after she was caught on camera stealing a baby bird worth $2,400.

According to detectives, deputies responded to a reported theft at Everything Birds located in the Oldsmar Flea Market just before 10 a.m. on Saturday. Detectives learned that a woman went inside the store during business hours and stole a Black Headed Caique.

According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect was seen on surveillance video removing the bird from a container where guests can pet and interact with the animals. Investigators say the woman quickly placed the bird in her large purse before she exited the store.

According to the store, the bird was still hand feeding.

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