Citrus Heights Police Searching For Alleged Purse Thief Also Accused Of Identity Theft

CITRUS HEIGHTS (CBS13) — Citrus Heights police are asking for the public's help in identifying a woman accused of stealing an elderly woman's purse at a Walmart and committing identity theft.

Police said the woman pretended to help the woman on August 29 but instead grabbed her purse and left in a newer model red Ford F-150.

Authorities said the suspect then used the victim's bank card to make fraudulent purchases and commit identity theft.

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The suspect was pictured wearing a black tank top, ripped blue jeans and has blonde hair.

(credit: Citrus Heights PD)

If you have any information regarding this suspect, contact the department at 916-727-5524.

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