At around 08.50am on Monday 1 August 2022, the victim was exiting a shopping centre on Benara Road in Noranda, when she dropped her phone wallet onto the ground without realising it. Moments later a man is seen on CCTV pick up the victim’s wallet, remove cash from the wallet and place the cash in his pocket before dropping the phone wallet into a nearby trolley. The phone wallet with phone was handed in by another shopper.
Police have released CCTV images of a man who they believe may be able to assist them with their investigation.
The man is described as: light skinned, medium build, between 30 to 40 years of age with a reddish brown beard and moustache. He was wearing a blue ‘Everlast’ hooded jumper, black sports shorts with black shoes.
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 10694.
