Providence, Rhode Island, Police Searching for Pocketbook Theif

The man allegedly stole a woman's purse filled with credit cards and cash

Police in Providence, Rhode Island, are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect who allegedly stole a woman's purse filled with credit cards and cash.

According to WJAR, a woman dropped her purse on the dance floor of the Rebel Lounge on March 26 during an altercation.

The suspect was seen on surveillance video quickly collecting the dropped items and head out the door.

He was seen wearing a stripe shirt and blazer and accompanied by three other woman.

One of the victim's credit cards was later used at a gas station in Lincoln, Rhode Island.

Police are asking anyone with information to call the department.

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