Suspect accused of using in-store outfit change during Prince George’s County theft
Suspect accused of in-store outfit change during theft in Prince George’s County
A suspect is accused of using an in-store wardrobe change during a theft in Prince George’s County.
GREENBELT, Md. - Police in Greenbelt, Maryland, are asking for the community’s help to identify a theft suspect who allegedly executed an elaborate wardrobe change inside a store.
What we know:
The incident occurred around 2 p.m. at a Marshalls store in the 6000 block of Greenbelt Road. Prince George’s County Police are helping the Greenbelt Police Department with security surrounding the case.
Surveillance images initially captured the suspect walking into the store dressed as what shoppers described as a "preppy academic." He was wearing a light-colored vest, gray pants, scholarly eyeglasses and has his dreadlocks neatly pulled back.
Greenbelt Marshalls Theft Suspect
Once inside, police say the suspect underwent a complete makeover directly off the racks. He let his hair down, put on sunglasses and changed into a black shirt. After the mid-store transformation, the suspect allegedly hid about $700 worth of merchandise inside a laundry basket and exited the store without paying.
Shoppers react
What they're saying:
The unusual tactic left local shoppers stunned.
"That is crazy," one customer said.
"Surprised that you went that far to disguise several times to steal items," another shopper remarked.
One customer quipped, "He went in like Weezy, came out like Waka Flocka."
"People do all kind of crazy stuff these days," another shopper added. "I hope they get him."
What's next:
Organized retail crime experts with Marshalls indicated that the suspect is believed to have stolen from the same location on previous occasions.
Authorities urge anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information regarding the incident to contact the Greenbelt Police Department immediately.
The Source: Information in this article is from Greenbelt Police and original FOX 5 DC reporting.