Marlborough Has Been Target Of New Theft Groups, Police Warn

Marlborough police advised resident to be on guard for a type of theft that occurs when you're distracted with food. Reply MARLBOROUGH, MA — Marlbo...

February 17, 2023
8:40 PM

Marlborough police advised resident to be on guard for a type of theft that occurs when you're distracted with food. Reply MARLBOROUGH, MA — Marlborough has been targeted by thieves who pull credit cards out of open bags when the owners aren't looking, according to police. On Friday, Marlborough police said the city — along with others in Massachusetts — has been the site of theft incidents where thieves reach into bags and purses in places like coffee shops and restaurants. "They look for handbags hanging on chairs and strategically position themselves close by.

Neal McNamara