Police seeking help nabbing bag lady shoplifter



Police seeking help nabbing bag lady shoplifter

Surveillance video of suspect.

Editor's note: Updates with time, place

ROCHESTER - City police are looking for the public's help in identifying a shoplifter at Signal Street Variety on Aug. 9.

The woman in question can be seen in video surveillance tape taking numerous items off the shelves and putting them in a large black purse, according to the release.

She appears to be wearing a UNH shirt.

Tipsters who think they may know the identity of the suspect or have any knowledge about the crime are urged to call the Rochester Police Department at 603-330-7128 and reference case # 15-3908-OF.

Tipsters can also provide information and remain anonymous by calling the Rochester Crime Line at 335-6500 or Text to: CRIMES (274637) Body of Text: TEXT4CASH + your tip. Cash rewards are offered for information that leads to an arrest.