"Thieves Seek Leniency, Citing Sale Prices on Stolen Goods"

Two thieves in Colorado, Michael Green and Byron Bolden, argued for a lesser punishment after being convicted of stealing goods worth $2,000 from a department store, claiming that the items were on sale. The pair, dubbed the "KitchenAid Mixer Crew," stole brand-name shoes, clothing, and high-end kitchen appliances. Despite their defense, the court found them guilty, with Bolden receiving a 90-day jail sentence and 18 months of probation, and Green receiving a 15-month prison sentence. The district attorney emphasized that retail theft has consequences, including store closures and price increases for paying customers.