Kingsport Police Search for Purse Thief

The Kingsport Police Department is looking for the public’s help in identifying a woman that allegedly sole $400 worth of purses from Belk at the Fort Henry Mall.

A press release from the Kingsport Police Department tells of an unidentified white female who came into Belk’s around 8:15 p.m. on June 18. Footage shows her walking directly towards the ladies handbag section, selecting four purses and then exiting the store without paying.

Anyone with information in the case is asked to contact KPD’s Criminal Investigations Division at 423-229-9429.