Location: Target, Gateway Center Dr, Gainesville
Time: March 5, 11:28 AM
A Warrenton woman was arrested for allegedly attacking a police officer while being detained for shoplifting at a Gainesville Target store.
Police say Heather Michelle Maskell, 36, was caught stealing from the store and resisted officers when confronted outside. During the struggle, she allegedly scratched one of the officers before being taken into custody. The officer sustained minor injuries.
Maskell is now facing charges of assault & battery on law enforcement, grand larceny, and obstruction of justice. She is being held on a $5,000 secured bond, and her court date is pending.