Nashville, TN – Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man believed to be responsible for multiple cell phone thefts targeting visitors in downtown Nashville, with victims reporting thousands of dollars stolen from their bank accounts.
According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, detectives are investigating three separate cell phone thefts involving individuals who were visiting the downtown area. In each case, victims reported that after their phones were taken, thousands of dollars were wired out of their bank accounts through Apple Pay, and their credit cards were also accessed.
Authorities say the thefts appear to be connected and involve the same suspect, who has not yet been identified. Police released the alert Wednesday, urging anyone who recognizes the man or has information related to the incidents to come forward.
“These cases highlight how quickly financial accounts can be compromised once a phone is stolen,” police said in a public statement. Investigators believe the suspect was able to access stored financial information shortly after the thefts occurred.
Police are reminding both Nashvillians and visitors to take extra precautions while in crowded entertainment districts, especially downtown. Officers recommend securing phones at all times, using strong passcodes, enabling biometric locks, and activating account protections that limit access to banking and payment apps if a device is stolen.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward.
Residents and tourists are encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings, particularly in busy nightlife areas where distraction-related thefts are more common.
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