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Forest Acres police seek suspect in theft, credit card fraud
Posted: 11.26.2012 at 4:16 PM
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A suspect in the crime was captured on video at several locations attempted to use the victim's credit cards.  / FAPD
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FOREST ACRES, SC (WACH) - The Forest Acres Police Department is investigating a case of theft and credit card fraud.

Lt. Bryant Hinson with the Forest Acres Police Department says a woman shopping at Publix on Forest Drive walked away from her purse, which was in the shopping cart, for a few seconds when her belongings were stolen.

Minutes later, the victim's credit card was being used.

A suspect in the crime was captured on video at several locations attempted to use the victim's credit cards.

Anyone with information on the identity of the suspect should contact CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.

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