Woman Sought For Roxborough, Manayunk Gym Thefts

ROXBOROUGH-MANAYUNK, PHILADELPHIA — Police in Roxborough and Manayunk are asking for help identifying a theft suspect tied to thefts in mid February.

According to Philadelphia Police, thefts occurred on Feb. 11 at Unity Yoga and on Feb. 12 at Planet Fitness.

On Feb. 11, the victim said they were taking a yoga class at Unity Yoga, 4363 Main St., when someone took her purse.

In the purse were credit cards that were later used at CVS, Target, and other locations.

Then on Feb. 12, the victim said while she was in Planet Fitness at 6219 Ridge Ave. someone stole her wallet and used her credit cards at CVS and Target.

Police described the suspect as a black woman, 30 to 40 years old, with black hair, and a heavy-set build.

If you see this suspect, do not approach her and instead contact 911 immediately.

To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215-686-8477 or text a tip to 773847. Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously.

All tips will be confidential.

If you have any information about this crime or this suspect, contact the Northwest Detective Division at 215-686-3353 or 215-686-3354.