Bloomington police searching for liquor thief

Posted on July 31, 2023

*Bloomington police also stated that they believe the suspect may have an association with the Peoria area. (WJBC File Photo)*

BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington police are in need of the public’s assistance as they are seeking the identification of a liquor thief.

According to a post on Facebook, the Bloomington police said the suspect stole 30 bottles of alcohol, which was valued at about $1,100, from a local grocery store on July 25.

The suspect was seen on camera entering a Bloomington grocery store twice during the day and was described as a female with a medium build and red/brown shoulder-length hair.

Bloomington police also stated that they believe the suspect may have an association with the Peoria area.

They urged both Bloomington-Normal residents as well as Peoria area residents to share the post.

The police department urges those with information on this suspect to contact Officer Tabeling at 309-820-8888 or [email protected].

WMBD-TV can be reached at [email protected].

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