Purse-snatcher goes on Forest Acres spending spree

Published: November 26, 2012 

Photo courtesy of Forest Acres Police Department

— A woman who snatched a purse from a grocery cart went on a spending spree earlier this month and the Forest Acres Police Department has released a photo to try to find her.

The suspect grabbed a purse from a car at Publix on Forest Drive while the victim had walked away from her cart, according to a Forest Acres Police report. Within minutes, the victim’s credit card was being used at other stores.

Police have released images of the suspect, who was captured on video at several locations while she attempted to use the victim’s credit cards.

Anyone with information on the purse theft and credit card use should call S.C. Crimestoppers at 1-888-274-6373.

Reach Phillips at (803) 771-8307.

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