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Suspect in Pueblo faces charges after allegedly pepper-spraying store staff

By Abby Smith

May 21, 2026 4:37 PM

Published May 21, 2026 4:35 PM

PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Pueblo Police Department (PPD) arrested a 38-year-old woman near the 1100 block of Bonforte Blvd on May 20, around 7:17 p.m., after she allegedly pepper-sprayed employees while leaving a store with stolen items.

Police say they found the suspect nearby, identified as Ilysia Chavez, who was charged with aggravated robbery.

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Aggravated Robbery

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