Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance In Identifying Lobster Tail Theft Suspects

News Release # 14-221 Who: Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Investigative Operations Bureau - Burglary and Pawn Unit What: Detectives assigned to the Burglary and Pawn Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in locating two theft suspects who recently stole lobster tails from a Clearwater seafood market. When: The suspects stole the lobster tails on Wednesday, August 28, 2014 at approximately 1:45 p.m. Where: The suspects stole the lobster tails from Wards Seafood Market & Galley located at 1001 Belleair Road in Clearwater. Why/How: Pinellas County detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in locating two theft suspects who recently stole lobster tails from a Clearwater seafood market. According to detectives, the suspects entered Wards Seafood Market & Galley located at 1001 Belleair Road in Clearwater on Wednesday, August 28, 2014 at approximately 1:45 p.m. The two female suspects were observed standing near a tall cooler where the lobster tails were stored. After a few minutes, one of the female suspects is observed reaching in the cooler, taking multiple lobster tails and placing them in the bottom of a stroller. The female suspects were then observed exiting the store and driving away in a newer model 4-door sedan that is maroon in color. Suspect#1 is described as a black female with short black hair. She was last observed wearing a black and white striped dress, carrying a black and white striped bag and pushing a stroller. Suspect #2 described as a black female with a lip piercing. She was last observed wearing a multi-colored striped dress, black hair cap and carrying a baby carrier. The suspects had three young children with them at the time of the theft. The investigation continues. Anyone with information on this theft is asked to contact Detective M. Hilliard of the Burglary and Pawn Unit at (727) 582-6200 or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS or www.crimestoppersofpinellas.org.