Salina Post
Salina law enforcement is seeking the public's assistance after a crime that occurred at a smoke shop.
According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on July 6, Pack Rat Smokes (659 S. Broadway) reported a fraudulent use of a financial card.
Employees reported on June 12, at about 5:30 pm, two male suspects entered the business and conducted three separate transactions using the tap-to-pay feature on their phones.
The suspects then purchased a total of 9 cartons of Newport cigarettes valued at just over $1000.
The transactions initially went through but later came back as fraudulent.
If you have any information concerning this incident or the identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip here
You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, case 2026-17574.