The images are grainier than the sound quality of a typical cell-phone connection, but this video released by the Philadelphia Police Department shows the face and actions of a payphone thief. An unidentified male is seen stealing a payphone (from 1204 Point Breeze Avenue) by using tools to lift it off its pedestal and walk off with it. If you are in Philadelphia and recognize this individual call 911. The payphone is valued at $1565.00. That’s grand larceny.
The Philadelphia Police Department’s video and text follows:
Uploaded by PhiladelphiaPolice on Mar 1, 2012
On February 25, 2012, at 12:37pm, an unknown male was captured on surveillance video operating a white work truck with a rear cab and ladder racks. The suspect parked his truck on the 1200 block of Point Breeze Avenue. The suspect exited the vehicle and entered a convenience store. After a short while, the suspect exited the store, walked to 1204 Point Breeze Avenue, and removed a pay phone that was attached to the outside of the building at that location. The suspect placed the phone into the work-truck and fled the area.
Suspect Description:
White male, 40 years-of-age, short brown hair, medium build, wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans, and brown shoes
If you see this male do not approach him, contact 911 immediately.
To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215.686.TIPS (8477).
If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, please contact:
South Detective Division
Det. Dydak
215-686-3013-3014
DC# 12-17-007924