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Police Search For Duo Wanted In Credit Card Theft Near South Philadelphia Ikea

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Philadelphia police are searching for a man and a woman who they say allegedly stole credit cards from a vehicle parked outside the Ikea Furniture Store in South Philadelphia.

The incident happened Saturday, September 21st around 12 p.m. at the Ikea at 2200 South Columbus Boulevard.

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Police say while the victim was inside the store, someone broke into her vehicle.

The suspect(s) allegedly took the victim's pocketbook containing various items including her credit cards. Police say the suspects then allegedly used her credit cards to make several purchases at different locations.

Both suspects were captured at a convenience store making a purchase.

Suspect #1 is described as a White female, 30-to-40 years-old, with a heavy build, brown hair pulled back, glasses, wearing a pink shirt, blue pants and white sneakers.

Suspect #2 is described as a White male, 30-to-40 years-old, with a medium build, cropped brown hair, light goatee, orange shirt with "SHOW TIME" in white on the front, tan pants and white and black sneakers.

Police advise if you see these suspects do not approach them, contact 911 immediately.

To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847 or contact South Detectives Division at 215-686-3013/3014.

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