Identity Thieves Sought by LAPD NR15241ml

Los Angeles: Detectives from the
Los Angeles Police Department’s Southwest Division are seeking the
public’s help in identifying two suspects involved in identity
theft.

On July 14th, 2015, around 7:05 p.m., the suspects entered a
department store located in the 8800 block of La Cienega Boulevard.
The suspects were observed on camera purchasing over $1800 worth of
merchandise using a fraudulent credit card in the name of the
victim. Shortly after exiting the store, the suspects re-entered,
and attempted to purchase more items with the fraudulent credit
card. Their second purchase attempt was denied by the store.

Suspect-1 is described as a female Hispanic, approximately
30-years-old, with black hair and brown eyes. She stands 5 feet 6
inches tall, and weighs approximately 190 pounds. Suspect-2 is
described as a male Hispanic, approximately 30-years-old, with
brown hair and a beard. He stands 5 feet 6 inches tall, and weighs
approximately 160 pounds.

Anyone with information that will help with the identification of
these suspects is asked to call Southwest Burglary Detective Meyer
or Detective Hodge at (213) 485-6795. During non-business hours or
on the weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7
(877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call
Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also
contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637
(C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages
should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to
LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.