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Merritt Threat Case

Merritt woman charged with theft, uttering threats to 7-Eleven

May 12, 2021 | 1:13 PM

MERRITT, B.C. — A 35-year-old Merritt woman has been charged of uttering threats at the 7-Eleven in the city.

Melissa Anne Hillis allegedly uttered a bomb threat towards the 7-Eleven near Voght Street and Nicola Avenue on March 23. Merritt RCMP attended and cleared the store, but no explosive device was found.

Hillis was also charged for theft at the same 7-Eleven, allegedly committed on March 21. She’s expected to appear at Merritt Law Courts on June 1, 2021 in relation to the theft charge, and July 20, 2021 in relation to the uttering threats charge.