Police identify and charge suspect in phone theft

Philadelphia Police said they have identified and charged a man who allegedly stole a cell phone from a convenience store earlier this month but have not yet arrested him.

Philadelphia Police Detective Bobby Pattillo said they are not releasing the suspect’s name at this time.

“We aren’t releasing his name until he’s taken into custody,” Pattillo said.

Surveillance footage shows a male suspect picking up the phone, concealing it in his sweater and leaving the Chevron at Holland and Main on April 3, PPD said in a Facebook post.

"Public, we need your help! On Saturday, April 3, a phone was taken from the Chevron Store at Main Street and Holland Avenue," the post said. "Upon investigation, we have footage of a male suspect picking up the phone, concealing it in his sweater and leaving the store."

Anyone with any information is urged to call the Philadelphia Police Department at 601-656-2131 or Crime Stoppers at 1-855-485-8477.