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Caught on Camera: Purse Snatcher Strikes Center City Bar, Uses Cards at Various Locations

Surveillance cameras captured two men attempting to use credit cards stolen from a womenโ€™s purse inside a popular Center City bar.

One of the men swiped the womanโ€™s wallet as the 37-year-old patronized U-Bahn at 1320 Chestnut Street around 6:15 on April 23, said Philadelphia Police.

Multiple surveillance cameras captured the thiefโ€™s tracks โ€“ first showing him outside U-Bahn before entering the bar. Later in the same day, the same man is seen attempting to use the womanโ€™s credit cards at various locations along Aramingo Avenue in Port Richmond.

The man and a friend drove in a burgundy minivan as they tried to use the cards at various locations โ€“ sometimes the accomplice also trying to use the stolen cards, said police.

Police described the bar thief as being in his early 30s with a light mustache and medium build. His accomplice is in his late 30 or early 40s with a heavy build, light beard and glasses.

Anyone who recognizes the men should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477 or text a tip to 773847. You can also contact Central Detective Division Det. Repici at 215-686-3047.

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