Around 10.45pm on Saturday 12 January 2019, the victim, a man in his 20’s, was seated inside a fast food restaurant on Beeliar Drive Success on his laptop computer. A man approached him and engaged him in conversation, distracting him whilst removing items from the victim’s bag. Amongst the items removed, were a mobile phone and a wallet, containing cash and credit cards. The man then left the area in company with a female.
Police have released a CCTV image of a man who they believe may be able to assist them with their investigation.
The man is described as fair skinned, around 30 years of age, medium build and a shaved head. He was wearing a dark coloured polo shirt, blue jeans and white runners. He has a tattoo of a hand of a skeleton on the back of his head, as well as tattoos on his neck and right arm.
If you have any information about the identity of this man or details of this offence please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au. You can remain anonymous if you wish and rewards are available once charges are laid. Please quote Reference Number 9131.
