HOUSTON – A sophisticated thief posing as a potential patient has hit multiple medical offices across Houston, using an elaborate ruse involving a “feminine emergency” to steal wallets and rack up thousands in fraudulent charges.
The suspect, described as a woman wearing a black wig, upscale clothing and a face mask, has targeted at least four medical practices, according to reports filed with the Houston Police Department and Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Dental and eye care offices seem to be the favorite targets of the woman, who has yet to be confirmed to be the suspect in all of the incidents being investigated by law enforcement, despite having a remarkably similar appearance…