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Texas Man Steals Ulta Fragrances Across State Lines | Baton Rouge News

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Baton Rouge News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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Sep 5, 2026
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Summary

A Texas man named Julio Manuel Flores Martinez is accused of pulling off a cross-state fragrance heist, stealing over $100K worth of Ulta Beauty testers by removing security tags. Caught on August 26th after deputies spotted his car in Louisiana, he was found with $5K in stolen scents—just one of many states where he’s allegedly been targeting stores. Investigators say this isn’t a solo act; it’s part of an organized ring moving across state lines. With the case still unfolding, it’s a stark reminder that even high-security retail can be vulnerable—and law enforcement is racing to stop the scent of crime before it spreads further. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8c87ddadeaadc04d