Crime & Safety

3 People Steal Wallet From Woman's Bag In Bay Shore Store: Police

The 3 distracted the woman and stole her wallet, police say.

​Two women stole the wallet while the woman was distracted, police said.
​Two women stole the wallet while the woman was distracted, police said. (Suffolk County Police Department)

BAY SHORE, NY — Three people who stole a woman's wallet at a Bay Shore store are currently sought after by Suffolk County police.

On April 5, a woman was approached at Stop & Shop, located at 533 Montauk Highway, by a man who was about 40-years old.

The man distracted her while two women removed a wallet from her handbag, which was in a shopping cart, police said.

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The trio left in a red SUV.

Suffolk County Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with information can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-800-220-TIPS or going online at www.P3Tips.com. All calls, text messages, and emails will be kept confidential.

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