Do you recognize this person? The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help identifying a suspect in connection with multiple fraud investigations across West Michigan.
Thousands in Household Goods Stolen
The department shared a photo of the woman to social media on Tuesday, Sept. 22. According to investigators, she is suspected in a series of shoplifting incidents involving thousands of dollars worth of cleaning supplies and household goods.
Stolen Items Resold for Profit
While the crimes occurred across multiple jurisdictions, law enforcement has not yet specified which cities or individual retail stores were targeted. Investigators believe the stolen items are being resold for a profit.
In their post, the Sheriff’s Office emphasized the broader impact of the thefts:
Shoplifting is not a victimless crime. These thefts directly impact retailers, which in turn makes items more expensive for everyone at the register…