Anne arundel police seek suspect in pasadena purse theft at five below

Anne Arundel Police seek suspect in Pasadena purse theft at Five Below

Pasadena, MD – Anne Arundel County Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a purse theft at a Five Below store earlier this week.

Investigators said the incident occurred on December 8 at the Five Below located at 8042 Ritchie Highway, where a customer’s purse was stolen by another shopper.

Surveillance photo released

Police released an image of the suspect believed to be involved in the theft and are asking anyone who recognizes the individual to come forward. The Eastern District Detectives are handling the investigation.

Contact information for tips

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity is urged to contact the Eastern District station at 410-222-6145 or the Eastern District Tip Line at 410-222-3502.

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