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Two teens are in custody and face several charges after trying to steal a pair of pricey sunglasses before attempting to stun a mall security guard.

On Wednesday, the two boys, age 17 and 18, visited Sevenoaks Shopping Centre and allegedly attempted to steal a pair of $700 sunglasses. When staff tried to stop them, the boys ran off.

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When a mall security guard tried to stop the pair, one of the two boys allegedly tried to use a stun baton on him.

The teens were quickly identified and captured shortly after.

The boys remain in custody and now face charges of robbery, possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and failing to comply with court orders.

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