Identification sought on credit card thieves
Detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a couple that fraudulently used credit cards stolen during a vehicle burglary.
On Sept. 14, 2012 deputies responded to a report of a vehicle burglary on the 9000 block of Estero River Circle, Estero. The victim discovered the burglary after receiving a call from the bank regarding numerous fraudulent charges on her credit cards.
The investigation revealed the suspects made purchases in Fort Myers, the Edison Mall and Cape Coral. They purchased two Ipads for over $500 each at Target in Cape Coral.
Detectives assigned to the case were able to obtain video of a male and a female involved in the fraudulent credit card usage.
Anyone with information on the identity of these thieves is asked to call the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 239-477-1000, or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). Tips may also be made online at www.swflcrimestoppers.org, through the TipSubmit app on any iPhone or by texting a tip to CRIMES (274637) Keyword: REWARD.