Sheriff Searches For Women Who Stole Baby Formula From Publix

VALRICO, FL -- The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is searching for two women who stole 20 cans of baby formula from the Publix at 3461 Lithia-Pinecrest Road in Valrico.

According to the sheriff's office, the women came into the store on Tuesday, March 5 at 1:03 p.m. and began stuffing cans of baby formula into the large handbags they carried. They then left the store without paying. The sheriff's office said they stole $367 worth of formula.

One woman is described as black with a thin build, medium-length black hair, last seen wearing blue leggings, a denim shirt and a black baseball cap.

The second woman is black with a medium build, black hair, last seen wearing a mini skirt, denim shirt and black slip-on shoes.

Anyone who recognizes these women is asked to call the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office at 813-247-8200. In order to be eligible for a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477).

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