Reported from our local news partner WREG.com
Arlington Mayor Michael Wissman was accused of shoplifting at a Memphis mall Friday.
Memphis Police say they responded Friday afternoon to a misdemeanor shoplifting report at Dillard’s in Wolfchase Galleria.
Wissman, 51, is listed as the suspect in a police report.
Wissman called it a misunderstanding in a statement sent to WREG.
“While I was shopping at Dillard’s on Friday, there was an unfortunate misunderstanding. I appreciate the professionalism and courtesy of those involved. I look forward to resolving this issue,” Wissman said.





