Editor's Note: This article was written by Ed Robinson.
It could have just been a simple shoplifting case.
A North Bellmore man was arrested Saturday when police said he stole DVDs and CDs from Walmart.
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But it was what cops say they found in addition to merchandise that made this case unusual.
Alexander Hollinsworth, 25, allegedly had a loaded .38 caliber gun, which was reported stolen in New York City.
Cops say he was also armed with metal knuckles, a dagger knife and had numerous prescription pills.
With national attention focused on the debate over gun issues in the aftermath of the Newtown shootings and the movie theater shootings in Aurora, Colo., we want to know if you think there should be tougher penalties in cases where defendants bring guns to crowded public places like shopping centers.
Tell us in the comments section below.
Sound Off: Stiffer Penalties for Being Armed in Crowded Places
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FedUpRealist February 19, 2013 at 09:04 am
Why just "tougher penalties in cases where defendants bring guns to... " Why just guns???...Bring ANY illegeal weapon ANYWHERE you should get stiffer penalties...FACT: Knives kill or hurt far more of our citizens than guns...Here's how to put an end to the madness in this country...For the knife, give him 2 years, the gun 2 years, & the brass knuckles give him a year...Total of 5 years with NO PLEA BARGAIN & NO PAROLE...Too harsh???...What would you say after this scumbag stabbed or shot one of your loved ones???...Bet you'd sing a different tune then...Next step is to condemn the ACLU for even mentioning 'inmate rights'...Once you commit a violent crime (or carry the weapon(s) that can result in violent crime), all rights should be forfeited...'Civil' Rights should be for law-abiding 'civil' citizens ONLY...Overcrowded jails???...Who cares???...I'd rather over crowded jails than streets overcrowded with scumbags...I don't give a rats behind if this guy gets killed in jail...I'd rather he be killed in jail than my loved one who just happened to be out shopping at the wrong place at the wrong time...
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Mickey June 10, 2013 at 08:25 am
Natalie. I am so sorry to read this. I too have a little 5 yr. old dog who I love desperately...…Read More and I feel your pain. There is another website for an organization that does an amazing job finding lost pets. It's LOSTMYDOGGIE.COM There is a small fee, but they get signs up all over the area and have a phone system set up where everyone in the area of where she was lost gets a PHONE CALL ALERT message to watch for Molly. They leave a phone number and their website address so if anyone has seen her or has her they know where to call. Great system! Check it out! I've never used them, but I HAVE received calls myself recently on 2 separate lost dogs and I've seen the many photos they hung up in my area in Levittown for dogs lost within a few miles of this area. In other words, they DO what they say they will do to help find Molly. Just want you to know what is out there to help you bring Molly home. My grandkids go to school around Grand and Camp Ave. We'll be watching for her! God Bless and good luck! I'm sure she will be returned to you real soon!!
Natalie Molloy June 10, 2013 at 10:14 am
Molly is actually not my dog , however I understandthe feeling of losing a dog and thought it would…Read More be a good idea to post on the Patch.