Man allegedly posed as SEPTA employee while trying to lure bus operator

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police are offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of a suspect accused of posing as a SEPTA employee in North Philadelphia.

The incident took place on Sunday, February 20, near the 3300 block of Dauphin Street.

Police say 57-year-old Larry Reese of Philadelphia attempted to lure a bus operator from her bus by posing and acting as a SEPTA official.

Anyone with information surrounding Reese's whereabouts is asked to contact SEPTA Transit Police at (215) 580-8111.

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