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Gastonia man admits to stealing from local Ace Hardware store: Police

GASTONIA, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Police in Gastonia arrested a man who they say was wanted for stealing multiple items from a local Ace Hardware store.

36-year-old Eben Hellekson allegedly stole tools from the Ace Hardware on Neal Hawkins Road. According to court documents, the tools had a total value of more than $400.

Police said “Hellekson targeted this business several times in the past month, causing frustration for owners and staff.”

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On Sunday, October 26, Hellekson was booked into the Gaston County Jail without bond. Officers said he provided a full confession to these crimes.

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