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Posted on: December 16, 2019

(Video) Abilene Police Need to Identify Suspect

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Abilene police need help identifying a suspect accused of stealing from the library.

The suspect was caught on camera taking merchandise from the Mockingbird Branch of the Abilene Public Library on December 5.

He was wearing a black sweatshirt and khaki shorts when the incident occurred.

Anyone with information on his identity is asked to contact Abilene Crime Stoppers at (325)676-8477.

Good information could lead to a cash reward.

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