Chester County

Police Searching for Alleged Frozen Seafood Thief

Authorities in Chester County are trying identify a man who they say has been stealing frozen seafood from a local grocery store.

Caln Township Police said the most recent incident happened on Friday at Amelia's Grocery Outlet located along the 1800 block of Lincoln Highway.

The man walked into the store and stole six bags of frozen shrimp, police said. He was caputred on surveillance video entering and leaving the store.

Police said the man previously tried to steal four bags of shrimp, but fled the store with nothing after being confronted by staff.

Officials believe the man has also stolen from the store before, but do not have information about specific incidents.

Police released surveillance pictures of the man and are asking for the public's help in identifying him.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 610.383.1821.

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