Crime & Safety

Police Searching For Suspected Purse Snatcher

Bel Air Police is searching for the person they say stole a purse March 14. They ask that people with information contact them directly.

The incident happened March 14 outside the Tower Restaurant. Surveillance video showed the woman taking a purse that didn't belong to her and hiding it before leaving.
The incident happened March 14 outside the Tower Restaurant. Surveillance video showed the woman taking a purse that didn't belong to her and hiding it before leaving. (Photo courtesy of the Bel Air Police)

BEL AIR, MD — The Bel Air Police Department has asked for the public's help in identifying a person they say stole a purse.

The incident happened March 14 outside the Tower Restaurant. Surveillance video showed the woman taking a purse that didn't belong to her and hiding it before leaving, according to police.

Anyone who recognizes this individual or has information related to this incident is asked to contact the Bel Air Police Department at 410-638-4500 or Ofc. Renteria at lrenteria@belairmd.org and not leave information on social media.

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