MPD officers responded to a burglary call at the ICON store at Southland Mall about 9:35 a.m. on Sunday.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are searching for several thieves caught on camera breaking into a store at Southland Mall and stealing more than $30,000 in merchandise.
MPD officers responded to a burglary call at the ICON store at Southland Mall about 9:35 a.m. on Sunday, March 5, 2023. A mall security officer told investigators he was opening the mall when he saw a rear door pried open, then found a store gate at the ICON store torn down.
Investigators said video surveillance showed at least five suspects in dark clothing and masks breaking into the store and taking merchandise from the racks.
The store owner told police about $30,000 to $35,000 in items were stolen.
Police said the suspects are all believed to be between 16 and 25-years-old.
Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
Burglary/Business
1219 Southland Mall
Report #2303002129ME
MEMPHIS, TN – On March 5, 2023 at approximately 9:35 a.m., officers responded to a business burglary at 1219 Southland Mall. The security officer for Southland Mall told officers that he was opening the mall when he saw the rear mall door pried open. He advised that he did his patrol and found that the ICON store gate had been torn down. The owner of the business told officers that $30,000 - $35,000 in merchandise was taken.
Video surveillance showed 5 unknown individuals wearing dark clothing and masks taking clothing from the racks.
See photo in comments.
The suspects are believed to be 16-25 years old, 5'4"-5'7", 140 pounds, and short thin build.
No arrests have been made. This is an ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident should call Crime Stoppers at 528-CASH. You will be given a secret ID number, and your identification will remain completely anonymous.
You can also submit your tip at http://www.crimestopmem.org, where you will be able to review wanted fugitives and safely send investigators any helpful information on the suspect or suspects responsible for this crime. You can submit anonymous tips from our free and secure mobile app by searching your app store for “P3 Tips”.
If an arrest is made, you could be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $1000 from Crime Stoppers of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc.
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Posted by Memphis Police Department est.1827 on Thursday, March 9, 2023
