At around 2.00pm on Monday 8 January 2024, the victim was at Rockingham Beach in Rockingham. The victim placed his wallet under his beach towel on the sand and entered the water for a swim, close to where his towel and wallet were. When the victim returned to his towel he found his wallet missing along with a bank car that was used to make three fraudulent purchases that afternoon before the card was cancelled.
Police have released CCTV images of a man who they believe may be able to assist with their investigation.
The man is described as: light skinned, medium build, between 55 to 65 years of age with a grey beard and moustache. He was wearing a light maroon coloured t-shirt, dark grey shorts, brown sandals with a faded blue bucket hat and prescription glasses.
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 11374.
