UPDATE: Two people were taken into custody Tuesday afternoon in St. Joseph at a local book store.

32-year-old Linda Sue Pennell, who also goes by the last name Helton was arrested along with 33-year-old Jason Claycomb at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hastings Entertainment located at 605 N. Belt Highway.

Commander Eric Protzman with the St. Joseph Police Department said Pennell was arrested in connection with outstanding warrants and as the subject of interest in several thefts. Claycomb was arrested on a Parole Violation.

He said information from the public was helpful in locating the individuals.

Police released surveillance photos last week of a woman asking the public for help identifying who she was. Protzman said Pennell was identified by help from the public.  However, as of Monday her whereabouts were still unknown.  That’s when the department went to the public for help once again asking for anyone who knew her whereabouts to contact authorities.

“We wish to thank the media and citizens for their assistance,” Protzman said.

Charges are currently pending against Pennell.