Purse-Theft Ring At Ashburn Schools: Police

ASHBURN, VA — Five vehicles at different locations had purses stolen from them Wednesday, and four of the drivers reported simply dropping off their kids at school, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. The fifth victim happened to be parked at a school. All the victims were females.

Three of the vehicles were found damaged One one was left unlocked. Here are the times of the incidents, beginning with the earliest, and the location:

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• 7 a.m., 54000 block of Research Place
• 7:20 a.m., 44800 block of Lakeview Overlook Plaza
• 8:30 a.m., 21300 block of St. Theresa Lane
• 8:57 a.m., 43300 block of Bissell Terrace
• 10 a.m., 300 block of Circle Drive

The only lead for suspects was reported in the theft at the 43300 block of Biddell Terrace. The two suspects were described as "possibly black," and driving a silver Hyundai Elantra. Anyone with information is urged to call 703-777-1021.

Image via Loudoun County Sheriff's Office