Police are searching for a suspect who escaped with $18,000 worth of jewelry using a stolen credit card in Orange County.
On Sept. 27, the male suspect stole a victim’s credit from their locker at an Equinox gym in Irvine.
The thief used the credit card to purchase $18,000 worth of jewelry at a nearby mall, Irvine police said. He attempted to buy around $11,000 worth of clothing at another store but the transaction was declined.
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Surveillance cameras captured the male suspect wanted for escaping with around $18,000 worth of jewelry using a stolen credit card in Irvine. (Irvine Police Department) -
Surveillance cameras captured the male suspect wanted for escaping with around $18,000 worth of jewelry using a stolen credit card in Irvine. (Irvine Police Department)
He fled the area driving what police believe was a black Infinity QX60 SUV.
Surveillance images of the suspect were released in hopes the public may recognize the man.
Anyone who knows the suspect or has information on the case is asked to email detlinger@cityofirvine.org.