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OCSD warns residents of thieves targeting unattended purses left in shopping carts

Orange County Sheriff’s Department investigators have seen an increase in the number of wallet thefts occurring at grocery stores.

Suspects will target shoppers who leave their purses in the child seat section of the grocery cart. Working in pairs, one suspect will distract a shopper while the other rifles through the victim’s belongings, stealing their wallet.

As the busy shopping season approaches, investigators want to share some tips to protect yourself and your belongings.


Source: Orange County Sheriff Department

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