Suspect arraigned on kidnapping and fraud charges

Reginald West was arraigned in 24th District court today for retail fraud and kidnapping charges stemming from a crime spree and subsequent kidnapping of a retail cashier. The suspect is of stealing various items from Burlington Coat Factory including a Triple Fat Goose jacket, Grey Flannel Cologne, and several pair of Gerbauld jeans. The robbery turned violent as Mr. West held a cashier at knifepoint demanding her to drive him away from the scene. The cashier, is safe after a brief chase through Genessee Valley Mall before West was hit over the head by several mall walkers. If convicted, West faces up to 20 years in prison for the crime and restitution in the amount of 30 dollars.