On February 19, 2026, at 12:16 pm, the Ephrata Police Department was dispatched to Walmart, 890 E. Main St., Ephrata Township for a shoplifter in custody. Walmart Loss Prevention witnessed Evan R. Graham (21) of New Holland, conceal multiple items, displayed for sale, into a backpack.  Graham failed to pay for concealed items, valued at $288.83 and walked past all points of sale. Graham was arrested and found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia.  Graham was transported to the Ephrata Police Department for processing. Charges were filed against Graham for the Retail Theft and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Graham is presumed innocent.