Crime & Safety

Credit Cards Stolen At Fredericksburg Rest Area Used At City Stores

Police are looking for a woman who used credit cards stolen at a I-95 rest area at Fredericksburg retailers.

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Fredericksburg police released photos of a woman they say used credit cards that were stolen on Aug. 12 from a purse inside an I-95 rest area within city limits.
Fredericksburg police released photos of a woman they say used credit cards that were stolen on Aug. 12 from a purse inside an I-95 rest area within city limits. (FPD)

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — City of Fredericksburg police are asking the public's help in identifying a woman who stole items from a purse inside the I-95 rest area located within city limits on Aug. 12, according to authorities.

On Wednesday, police released photos taken from surveillance video of a woman who used credit cards taken from the purse at various places, including Staples and Walmart, in order to purchase gift cards and other miscellaneous items.

Anyone with information about this case or who recognizes the woman in the photos is asked to call 540-373-3122. To remain anonymous, text “FPDtip” and your tip to 847-411 or download the free FPD Tip app from your app store.

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City of Fredericksburg police are asking the public's help in identifying a woman who stole items from a purse inside the I-95 rest area located within city limits on Aug. 12. (Google Maps)

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