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‘Distraction Thefts’ Targeting Older Residents On The Rise In Lehigh Valley, Police Say ‘Distraction Thefts’ Targeting Older Residents On The Rise In Lehigh Valley, Police Say
‘Distraction Thefts’ Targeting Older Residents On The Rise In Lehigh Valley, Police Say Police have issued a warning about “distraction thefts” that have been targeting older residents in grocery store parking lots throughout the Lehigh Valley. Several residents were victimized at the Giant Food Store and Park Plaza Complex in Forks, the township police department said Monday. Distraction thieves target older residents by following them around a store or confronting them outside while at their vehicles, police said. “The suspects use a ruse, for example, telling the victim there is an issue with their tire,” Forks Township police said. “While one suspect distracts the victi…

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by Valerie Musson