Pennsylvania councilman charged with stealing opioids
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Authorities say a Pennsylvania councilman wearing a ski mask stole more than $16,000 in prescription opioids from a drug store.
Berks County District Attorney's office says Kirk Mullen was arrested Friday and charged with robbery, theft, possession, intent to distribute and more.
The 34-year-old is a member of the West Reading borough council who has been in office since last year.
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Police say Mullen robbed the West Reading Drug Store on Feb. 19. They said he was not found to have a weapon.
He's accused of stealing nearly $16,400 worth of pain medication.
There was no attorney information for Mullen listed in court records. A message was left with Berks County Jail System.