A Canopy Hotel theft on Union Avenue left one victim short of credit cards and identification, sparking a Memphis Police Department investigation. On June 20, the victim discovered their belongings missing, including credit cards, Military ID cards, and a medical card, according to the Memphis Police release. The missing cards were later used illicitly in transactions totaling $1,525, with a Walgreens at 1863 Union Avenue being one of the reported points of sale.
Following the initial report, officers canvassed the area and examined hotel security footage. While the suspect's identity remains unknown, the Memphis Police are seeking assistance to track down the individual responsible for the theft and subsequent fraudulent spending. Describing the incident, the officers were advised that the victim reported their cards stolen from their hotel room. Anyone with potential leads or information has been urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.
The unauthorized use of the stolen cards was detected swiftly, and the investigation is ongoing to determine how the thief gained access to the private hotel room. Hotel security systems and staff protocols are also under scrutiny in the investigation. With cooperation from local businesses, additional evidence may arise from the surveillance footage at the locations where the stolen cards were used.
