Pick-Pocketing Crime Alert

Over the past month the Evanston Police Department has detected an increase in theft and pick-pocketing crimes throughout the city. Numerous cases involved thefts from unattended purses in restaurants, grocery stores, as well as places of business. Additionally, there have been several subjects pick-pocketing items from citizens by walking closely behind them or strategically bumping into the victim and removing items from their wallets or purses. Offenders are reportedly both female and male and it is unknown if they're working collaboratively. The police department is deploying more officers to these affected areas, but we are in need of your assistance to combat these crimes. Download the attached file for more information and helpful tips.