Overview
- Police responded to a call from store security and arrested the Very Rev. Aidan Smith, 42, on Feb. 27 after he left a Walmart in Economy Borough with 27 baseball card packs hidden under clothing and in a box.
- Security footage allegedly shows Smith taking card packs on each of the four days before the arrest and leaving without paying, according to police and court records.
- Smith is charged with retail theft and receiving stolen property, and the merchandise was valued at $1,099.99, police said.
- The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh says Smith has been on administrative leave since late January and that the matter will be reviewed under church canons.
- Smith’s attorney declined to comment, and reports have not indicated a scheduled court date or a plea.