Normal Police asking for help in solving Von Maur theft investigation

Posted on January 24, 2022

*Anyone with information are encouraged to contact Normal Police. (Photo courtesy: NPD/Facebook)*

By Blake Haas

NORMAL – The Normal Police Department is continuing their ‘Manhunt Monday’ social media campaign this time; they are asking for the publics help in a recent theft case.

Investigators say a white man, who was last seen wearing a brown jacket and a red ball cap, is wanted for allegedly stealing ladies’ wallets from Von Maur in Normal.

Police say the suspect left in a black Chevy HHR.

Offices say the suspect may not be from the Bloomington-Normal area.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Officer Zabukovec at 309-454-9535.

Blake Haas can be reached at [email protected].

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