Tamaqua man charged with attempted theft

Tamaqua Police have cited Edward L. Rivera Jr, 30, of 214 Race St., Tamaqua, with attempted retail theft.

Rivera was in the Fegley Mini Mart at 8:17 p.m. on Oct. 9 when he attempted to steal a Nemo's cheese Danish. His actions were witnessed by store personnel. Rivera was identified through surveillance camera footage.