A bold thief sporting a hoodie boasting "The World is Yours" in gold script made off with more than just an Apple Watch when he raided a Lawrenceville porch. The theft, caught on camera on December 21, at a residence on Emerald Pine Court, has prompted the Gwinnett County Police to call for tips, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.
According to the Gwinnett County Police, the suspect was also carrying an a distinctive red bag at the time of the heist. The Apple Watch, a popular gift during the holiday season, was destined for someone's Christmas surprise before it fell into the porch pirate's hands. WSB-TV has echoed the call for information regarding the case.
Authorities have encouraged anyone who can identify the thief or provide any leads to get in touch with the Gwinnett County Police Department detectives at 770-513-5300. In a statement to those who might fear reprisal or seek confidentiality, officials assured that tipsters have the option to remain anonymous by reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477.
The increase in online shopping has seen a correlating rise in such brazen thefts, particularly around the holidays. Law enforcement officers are increasingly reliant on community vigilance and the omnipresent eye of home surveillance technology to curb this uptick in petty theft crimes. In this instance, the visual evidence of the "The World is Yours" hoodie and the red bag could prove critical in snaring the responsible party.
