Panera Purse Thief Wanted By Woodinville Police

WOODINVILLE, WA - Woodinville police are looking for a purse thief who snatched a bag off a seat at the local Panera Bread. The theft happened on Dec. 11, and a credit card from the purse was later used at a nearby department store, which is where police captured the above surveillance image.

The woman's purse was hanging off the back of her chair, and the thief took it while the victim was distracted with her meal. A credit card that was in the purse was later used at the Nordstrom store at the Alderwood Mall.

In the photo, the main suspect is the woman with long blonde hair and a black jacket. The woman standing behind her with the white hat was with the theft suspect. If you recognize the women or know anything about the theft, contact Woodinville police or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS .

Image courtesy Woodinville police