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Police searching for wanted theft suspect in Georgia

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GEORGIA — Police in Opelika are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman accused of stealing and using a victim’s credit or debit card.

According to the Opelika Police Department, the incident began on March 30 when officers responded to Planet Fitness on Pepperell Parkway. The victim reported receiving a bank notification about a fraudulent charge and later discovered their purse was missing from their vehicle.

Investigators say surveillance footage from a Walmart store showed the suspect using the stolen cards.

Police described the suspect as a woman with blue hair who was wearing a black Tupac T-shirt, black leggings and yellow-and-black shoes.

Authorities are urging anyone who recognizes the suspect to contact the Opelika Police Department’s Detective Division at 334-705-5220. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Opelika Police mobile app.

The investigation is ongoing.