18-Year-Old Accused of Biting WinCo Worker During Alcohol Theft Attempt in Victorville
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — An 18-year-old Highland woman was arrested Wednesday afternoon after allegedly attempting to steal alcohol from a WinCo store and biting an employee who tried to stop her, authorities said.
The incident was reported on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at about 3:47 p.m. in the 15300 block of Roy Rogers Drive in Victorville, according to Gloria Orejel, spokeswoman for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.
Authorities said the suspect, identified as Taleah Rosssmith, entered the WinCo store carrying a pink bag and placed 12 Cut Water Mango Margarita drinks inside it.
Rosssmith then attempted to leave the store without paying but was stopped by employees.
During the encounter, Rosssmith allegedly bit one of the employees in an attempt to escape.
Deputies responded to the scene and Rosssmith was arrested. She was booked at the High Desert Detention Center in Adelanto on suspicion of robbery.
No additional information about the employee’s condition was immediately available.
