Crime & Safety
Thief Steals Wallet From Doylestown Shopper, Goes To Target: Cops
Police said the suspect stole the wallet from an Acme shopper, then used the credit cards at the Warrington Target. VIDEO:
DOYLESTOWN, PA — Police in Doylestown are trying to identify a suspect wanted for a wallet theft at a local supermarket.
According to Central Bucks Regional Police, a person stole a red leather wallet from an Acme Market shopper on May 1. The suspect then used the credit cards to make fraudulent purchases, police said.
The victim’s credit card was used to make fraudulent purchases the same day at Target in Warrington for $847 and US Gas in Horsham for $30.
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The suspect also made unsuccessful attempts to purchase $1,300 worth of items, police said.
Police obtained surveillance video from Target depicting the suspect. It is shared below.
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Anyone who can identify the suspect should call Officer Matthew Peppelman with the Central Bucks Regional Police Department at 215-345-4143. You can also submit an online tip here.
The surveillance video can be seen here:
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