[Skip to Content]
Dispatch Non-Emergency 325.657.4315

Press Release #010416(04)-San Angelo Man Arrested After Theft, Foot Chase

A 27-year-old San Angelo man was arrested Saturday afternoon after he shoplifted and led police on a brief chase.
On January 2, 2016, Officers were dispatched to the Walmart Supercenter located at 5501 Sherwood Way around 4:30 p.m. for the report of male shoplifter who fled the store after he was confronted by Loss Prevention Staff.
While enroute, Officers located a man who matched the suspect's description walking in the 5000 block of Sherwood Way. Officers activated their vehicle's lights and attempted to make contact with the man; however, the man fled across traffic lanes and ran into the field located behind Target.
Police caught up with the suspect and took him into custody without further incident. He was identified as James Davis (DOB 04-27-88).
Davis was charged with Felony Enhanced Theft of Property Two or More Previous Convictions, Felony Enhanced Evading Arrest/Detention with Previous Convictions and Criminal Trespass.
***SAPD***