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Suspected Donation Jar Thief Sought By Waterford Police

Waterford police are seeking the identity of a man suspected of stealing a gas station donation jar.

WATERFORD, CT - Waterford police are seeking the identity of a man charged with stealing a donation jar last week. The incident occurred at a Hess gas station located at 124 Boston Post Road, according to a release.

Police said the suspect entered the station Tuesday, May 16, at approximately 8:15 p.m. and distracted the clerk by requesting an item behind him.

The suspect then concealed a “Friday’s Dog Rescue Foundation” donation jar under his shirt, police said. (To sign up for Waterford breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

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Police ask anyone with information to contact the department immediately. Check the Waterford Police Department Facebook page for more information.

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