Pickpocket victim warns crimes could be on the rise this holiday season
Athena Jreij
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — A Rancho Mirage woman is speaking out after she says her wallet was stolen in a Trader Joe’s this week, and now she wants to warn others shopping this season.
Sue Harvey’s wallet was stolen Wednesday before the suspect tried to spend thousands at nearby stores.
Harvey filed a police report, but is still dealing with the fallout of the theft, cancelling and replacing cards.
It comes during a busy holiday season, where it’s not uncommon for fraudsters to steal phones and wallets in stores.
Tonight, News Channel 3 is speaking with Harvey on what others should know to protect themselves this season.