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Springfield Police seeking info after suspects steal wallets, spend $6K on 'large purchases'

Fiona Clarke
Fiona Clarke
Fiona Clarke
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Fiona holds a degree in Business Administration from Loyola University Chicago and has spent over 5 years reporting on local business developments for various online platforms. Her background in business gives her unique insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by local entrepreneurs.

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Springfield Police seeking info after suspects steal wallets, spend $6K on 'large purchases' — Champaign Business news

SANGAMON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- Authorities in Springfield are looking to the public for help after two women reported that their wallets were stolen and more than $6,000 in fraudulent purchases were made. According to the Sangamon and Menard County Crime Stoppers, the victims reported their wallets were stolen while shopping in Springfield on Oct. [...]

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