Suspected lipstick thief sought by police



Issued by North Yorkshire Police

York police have released an image of a woman suspected of stealing make up from a shop in Tang Hall.

The woman is believed to have entered Boots on Tang Hall Lane at around 11.30am on 13 November 2012 and taken a tray of Boots 17 lipstick before leaving the store without paying.

The lipstick is worth around £120.

Officers are appealing to anyone who recognises the woman to contact them with information.

PC David Scaife, of York police, said: “If you recognise the woman pictured on the image we have released , please contact the police or Crimestoppers and let us know who she is.

“I would also like to hear from you if you have been offered the stolen items for sale over the past couple of months.”

Anyone who can help officers with their enquiries is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 – select option 2 – and ask for David Scaife or York police.

If you wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.

Please quote reference number 12120191533 when passing information about this incident.



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