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Police are looking for a man accused of stealing cigarettes from several gas stations

GROVE CITY, Ohio (WCMH) — Central Ohio Crime Stoppers is looking to identify a man accused of multiple cigarette case thefts at area gas stations.

On Sept. 18, a man was charged with stealing two packs of cigarettes from three gas stations in Grove City, valued at a total of $525. A man is seen on surveillance video ordering two packs of cigarettes, trying to pay for them with a credit card, then, after his card is declined, grabs the packs and leaves the store. He then drives off in a dark colored SUV.

According to Crime Stoppers, the same man committed similar thefts in Bexley, Pickerington and Westerville.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for any information related to these crimes. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrime.org and email your tip.

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