BPD asking for help in solving a fraudulent case

Police are asking for the public’s help in solving the case. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)

By Blake Haas

BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspected of allegedly using stolen credit cards at various businesses in the twin cities.

BPD reports on July 18, a black female in her 20’s, with long black hair, fraudulently used multiple credit cards at four Bloomington stores.

Authorities say the suspect was driving a dark-colored 2016-2020 Kia Optima, but a license plate is unknown.

WATCH: Bloomington Police are asking for help in solving a fraudulent case. 

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact BPD Ofc. Clark at 309-820-8888.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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