Ashley Laney, 30, of Silver Creek was arrested this week for attempting to steal over $1,000 worth of merchandise from Walmart.

According to police, Laney put multiple pieces of merchandise inside of a trash can. She then only scanned the trash can and exited the store. The total amount she attempted to steal was $1,092.65.

When police arrived, Laney attempted to flee on foot. When placed under arrest and taken to jail, officers found her to be in possession of seven Klonopin pills.

Laney is charged with felony theft by shoplifting, felony possession of schedule IV substance, willful obstruction of law enforcement officers, and drugs not in original container.