A Farmington woman faces a felony shoplifting charge after police alleged she concealed merchandise during multiple visits to a local retailer, according to an affidavit for an arrest warrant filed in San Juan County Magistrate Court. The alleged incidents occurred between October 2025 and February 2026. Farmington police conducted the investigation.
What Court Records Allege
According to the affidavit, Cassandra Lopez was identified by loss prevention staff during a Feb. 19, 2026, incident at Target, 4900 East Main Street, Farmington. Police reported that video showed the suspect pushing a wagon-style stroller containing clothing items. The document states the suspect entered a dressing room and returned without the clothing.
Pattern of Conduct
Court records allege that between Oct. 28, 2025, and Feb. 19, 2026, the defendant concealed merchandise inside a stroller or bag on multiple visits and exited the store without paying for all items. The affidavit states that in some instances the defendant purchased some items but left without paying for others. Police cited reports from the store’s asset protection staff describing repeated incidents during that period.
Items and Values Cited in the Affidavit
The affidavit lists merchandise including clothing, accessories, household goods, electronics, and a vacuum cleaner. The combined value of merchandise reported taken without payment across the incidents was calculated at $3,515.29, according to the affidavit. The document states that during at least one incident a security device was removed from merchandise before leaving the store.
Feb. 19 Investigation
On Feb. 19, 2026, officers responded to Target, 4900 East Main Street, Farmington, after a report that a woman was possibly concealing merchandise. The affidavit states that officers located the suspect and brought her to the loss prevention office. The document alleges that concealed items were located in a bag and that a receipt for concealed merchandise totaled $620.92. The affidavit states the defendant was issued a trespass notice for the store for a 12-month period.
Charges Filed
- Shoplifting (over $2,500), third-degree felony
Case Status
The affidavit requests an arrest warrant. The affidavit states the investigation remains ongoing.
Source
Affidavit for arrest warrant filed in San Juan County Magistrate Court. Investigating agency: Farmington Police Department.
Cassandra Lopez is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges are allegations. No determination of guilt has been made.