Jo-Ann Dorothy Ricci, suspected ‘Lingerie thief,’ can’t give the slip to Port …

A woman dubbed the “lingerie thief” couldn’t give the slip to a Bealls worker who accused her of absconding with $745 worth of ladies undies, perfume and jewelry.

A loss prevention officer at a Bealls store on South U.S. 1 in Port St. Lucie told police November 12 he spied a woman walking around with bags of merchandise, a recently released arrest affidavit states.

The woman — 69-year-old Jo-Ann Dorothy Ricci — put a pair of pants in her purse and left without paying, the Bealls loss prevention officer stated to Port St. Lucie police.

Store employees reportedly dubbed Ricci the “lingerie thief,” and Ricci’s arrest affidavit states she has two prior retail theft convictions.

Lingerie refers to a variety of women’s undergarments, including, but not limited to, brassieres, teddies, babydolls, bustiers, panties, garters, stockings and camisoles. Often viewed favorably by men, lingerie in many cases is designed to be enticing or erotic.

Ricci, of Southwest La Paloma Lane in Port St. Lucie, said she entered the store with empty bags and filled them in a fitting room.

She was arrested on a felony retail theft charge.

She also was warned not to return to Bealls — not even for a brief visit.

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Baci Lingerie Welcomes New Sales Account Executive

SHERMAN OAKS, Calif. — Baci Lingerie continues to grow its executive ranks with the addition of Ron Chalhon as Baci’s newest sales account executive.

Baci Lingerie Director of Sales and Operations Alicia Sinclair says, “As Baci’s lines expand, so must our staff in order to meet the demand. Ron Chalhon adds further experience and leadership to our sales team, so we may continue to provide the renowned service we take pride in.”

Chalhon has more than seven years of sales experience in the fashion industry, including women’s intimate apparel and men’s urban apparel. He is a New York City native and graduate of Brooklyn College (Bachelor’s in Business).

“I’m extremely excited to be working with the Baci team,” Chalhon said. “Baci’s leaders, like Alicia Sinclair, continue to demonstrate amazing vision for the company and its high-quality products. There is a lot of growth and expansion in Baci’s immediate future, and I’m proud to be able to jump right in and contribute to its success.”

Chalhon may be reached at Ron@BaciLingerieUSA.com.

Baci’s most recent line to launch is Envy Men’s Wear. The intimate apparel collection features boxers, briefs, thongs, and more.

Retail buyers may learn more about Envy and meet Chalhon in person at Baci’s East Coast Showroom located in the heart of the Fashion District of Miami (162 N.E. 40th St.). To schedule an appointment, call (786) 309-9345.

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