Police & Businesses Turn To Social Media Over Thefts

WASHINGTON, Pa. — Some Washington businesses have turned to social media to help catch a repeat theft suspect. Capelli’s beer and pop warehouse and laundromat on Jefferson Avenue are some of the latest victims of a man police call a serial thief. It’s the second time in two weeks they have done so. City of Washington Police also shared photos of the man and are asking for help in identifying him. Police believe the man has stolen from over 5 local businesses. This is just the latest instance in which Washington Police have turned to the social media platform for help in the past couple of months. Last week, Police asked for help in identifying a man who busted through a wall to steal a safe from The City Mission. They’ve now filed charges against 60-year-old Patrick Thurston for theft.