Crime & Safety
Nearby: Cops Say Man Stole Navy Federal Credit Card
Credit card traditionally reserved for members of the Armed Forces was used fraudulently in Valley Stream, cops said.

A man went on a shopping spree with a stolen credit card often used by members of the Armed Forces, according to Nassau County Police.
Detectives released a photo Thursday of the subject wanted for buying $3,000 of merchandise from Target at Green Acres Mall in Valley Stream. The purchases were made Sept. 18 at 7:42 p.m., cops said.
The credit card was a Mastercard from Navy Federal Credit Union, which focuses on working with the military and their families. Police did not specify whether the card was taken from a member of the Armed Forces or a family member.
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Detectives are asking anyone with information to call Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
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