A Monroe County man was arrested this week and charged with retail theft.

State police at Fern Ridge said David J. Frantz Sr., 46, of Kunkletown, was arrested about 2:22 p.m on Monday, Oct. 5, at the Weis Market located at SR209 and Weir Lake Road, in Brodheadsville. Troopers allege that Frantz attempted to remove $44.30 worth of items from the store without paying for them.