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JSO searching for suspects who stole $15,000 from grocery store

JSO searching for suspects who stole $15,000 from grocery store

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is searching for three women suspected of stealing $15,000 from a specialty food store on Cassat Avenue on January 31.

According to police, the suspects entered the Normandy shop and appeared to be ordinary customers.

One woman, wearing a blue suit, and another in a black shirt, engaged both store employees in conversation, diverting their attention.

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While the employees were distracted, a third woman, described as wearing a printed blouse and black jacket, went behind the counter and took a red bag containing $15,000 in cash.

The suspects left the store together before anyone realized the money was missing.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office asks anyone with information about the suspects to call 904-630-0500. Anonymous tips can be submitted to First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.

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