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Matthews police investigate credit card fraud at popular shopping centers

MATTHEWS, N.C. — Investigators in Matthews said they are looking for several suspects wanted for credit card fraud at popular shopping destinations, such as the Target on Matthews Township Parkway.

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Shopper Sophia Bartzaki said she is a victim of credit card fraud.

“It was very stressful,” Bartzki said.

There have also been reports of shoplifting in the area. Police do not believe the cases are connected.

In the video at the top of this webpage, authorities release surveillance footage from inside those stores and hope the public can help find the Christmastime Grinches.

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