Keep an eye on your possessions - there has been a wave of so-called distraction thefts around the city, Prince George RCMP are warning.
The detachment received three reports on Tuesday evening of personal belongings being stolen while the victim was distracted by an accomplice.
One occurred at the Roll-a-Dome where a backpack was stolen and two were from large retail stores where purses went missing.
A woman suspected of carrying out all three thefts was arrested and later released on a promise to appear in the spring, but her partner remains at large and has not yet been identified other than that he is a man.
"Police would like to remind the public to keep valuables with them at all times when shopping and whenever possible, place the purse strap over your head and across your body," RCMP said. "This will reduce the chances of being a victim of this type of crime."
Anyone with information about the thefts is asked to contact the Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.pgcrimestoppers.bc.ca (English only).
You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information that leads to an arrest or recovery of stolen property, you could be eligible for a cash reward.
