On Saturday, July 7, 2024, at about 3:00 PM, a 71 year old male was leaving Walmart, 2900 S. 9th, Salina, Kansas, when he was approached by a male and female subject. The male subject had a $20 bill in his hand and told the victim he had dropped the bill. The victim indicated he had not dropped the bill and the male suspect told the victim to check his wallet.
As the victim had his wallet out, the male and female suspect distracted the victim and were able to remove a credit card from his wallet without the victim’s knowledge. The suspects then went to Sam’s Club, 2919 Market Place, Salina, Kansas, and purchased a ring valued at over $2,000. Another purchase was attempted at Sam’s Club, 3084 Maize Rd, Wichita, Kansas, but the sale was denied.
Both suspects are described as Hispanic in their 40’s with the male being approximately 6’1” possibly driving a gray SUV.
If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an on—line tip at: https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Off. M. Coletti, case 2024-20732.