A mother is facing grand theft and child neglect charges after allegedly bringing her two-year-old child on a shoplifting spree at a Macy's in Aventura.
The alleged incident happened Monday at the Macy's at Aventura Mall.
An arrest report said security footage showed 31-year-old Genesis Lacruz Terres and 36-year-old Rosmary Barettquero stuffing clothes into book bags before exiting the store without attempting to pay for the merchandise.
Police say Lacruz Terres' two-year-old child was there with her as she stole the items.
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Lacruz Terres and Barettquero reportedly stole just over $1,000 in merchandise. A loss prevention officer made contact with the women, who were taken into custody.
The Department of Children and Families was contacted in regards to the two-year-old child.
Lacruz Terres is facing charges of third degree grand theft, child neglect and contributing to the delinquency of a child. Barettquero is facing a third degree grand theft charge.
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On Tuesday, a Miami-Dade judge set bond at $6,000 for Lacruz Terres and $2,500 for Barettquero.
