Old City theft suspect goes on shopping spree

OLD CITY (WPVI) -- Philadelphia Police are looking for the man who allegedly stole a wallet in Old City, then went on a shopping spree.

Investigators say it all began around 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 8th, at Mac's Tavern at 226 Market Street.

That's when, police say, the victim discovered his wallet was missing.

Within the next hour, police say, the victim's credit card was used at three different locations: a Wawa, a Target and a Walmart.

Video from the stores showed the suspect using the stolen American Express card at all three locations.

The suspect is described as a black male, around 50 years old with a heavy build. He wore glasses, a white, striped short-sleeve t-shirt and tan or white pants.

See the surveillance video on the Philadelphia Police YouTube page.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Philadelphia Police at 215.686.TIPS (8477), text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847, or visit PhillyPolice.com