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Published on June 20, 2024
LA County Sheriff’s Department Seeks Suspects in Palmdale Identity Theft, Calls for Public AssistanceSource: X/LASD Palmdale Stn.

Authorities are on the lookout for suspects involved in an identity theft case following an incident that occurred on April 7, 2024. According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, the suspects are accused of stealing a vehicle from the Target on 39440 10th Street W in Palmdale. Inside the vehicle was the victim’s wallet, which contained their driver’s license and bank cards. These cards were later used to make unauthorized purchases at a Macy's on 1123 West Rancho Vista Boulevard, as detailed in a bulletin by the sheriff's department.

The stolen vehicle has since been recovered, but the suspects remain at large. The sheriff’s department is asking anyone with information about this case to reach out and help to swiftly bring the suspects to justice. They have made available a means to anonymously report information through "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or by using the "P3 Tips" mobile app, and the website lacrimestoppers.org. Detective B. Wiggins of the Palmdale Sheriff Station is the assigned officer to be contacted for any leads at (661) 272-2474 or via email at [email protected].

In their official statement, the Sheriff's Department has expressed the importance of community involvement in these cases, urging the public to assist by providing any relevant information that may help in the investigation. They have stressed that no piece of information is too small and that the public’s assistance is a crucial part of aiding law enforcement efforts. The department has released images of the suspects and is appealing to the public to look out for individuals who may match the descriptions provided.

Sheriff Robert G. Luna has reiterated the department's call for public cooperation, emphasizing that identity theft is a serious crime that can have long-lasting effects on victims. Those who prefer not to reveal their identity can safely offer tips through the anonymous channels provided. The case is currently ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The urgency to apprehend these suspects underscores the broader challenges law enforcement faces in combating identity theft, which continues to pose a significant threat to the financial security of individuals across the region.