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Brick Township, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department has warned residents following recent thefts, specifically within retail stores.
Residents have reported incidents where wallets were taken out of purses.
The thefts typically involve one person distracting the victim while another opens the purse to steal credit cards, cash, or the wallet itself.
Authorities advise individuals to remain vigilant of their surroundings. Shoppers are urged not to leave their purses or valuables unattended in shopping carts. Additionally, the police recommend considering the use of crossover purses while out shopping to mitigate the risk of theft.
