Woman accused of stealing credit card to buy MacBook at Costco

Bakersfield police seek public's help identifying suspect in Trader Joe's theft

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community's help in identifying a woman accused of stealing a phone and a credit card from a purse at a Trader Joe's store and then using the stolen card to purchase a MacBook Pro laptop at a local Costco.

Why it matters

Theft and fraud cases like this can have a significant impact on victims, both financially and emotionally. The police are seeking the public's assistance to identify the suspect and hold her accountable for the alleged crimes.

The details

According to police, on October 9, 2025, at around 5:30 p.m., the victim realized her phone and credit card had been stolen from her purse at the Trader Joe's store. Shortly after, the victim's credit card was used to purchase a MacBook Pro laptop at a Costco on Rosedale Highway. Surveillance footage from Costco captured images of the suspect and her vehicle, described as a white 2004-2007 Nissan Armada.

  • On October 9, 2025, at around 5:30 p.m., the victim's phone and credit card were stolen from her purse at Trader Joe's.
  • Shortly after the theft, the victim's credit card was used to purchase a MacBook Pro laptop at a Costco on Rosedale Highway.

The players

Bakersfield Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the theft and credit card fraud case.

Victim

The individual who had their phone and credit card stolen from their purse at Trader Joe's.

Suspect

The woman accused of stealing the phone and credit card from the victim's purse at Trader Joe's and then using the stolen card to purchase a MacBook Pro laptop at Costco.

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What they’re saying

“The Bakersfield Police Department is asking for the community's help in identifying a woman accused of stealing a phone and a credit card from a purse in Trader Joe's and using the card to buy a MacBook Pro Laptop at Costco.”

— Bakersfield Police Department (Bakersfield Now)

What’s next

The Bakersfield Police Department is asking anyone with information about the suspect or the incident to contact Detective R. Fujihara at (661) 326-3544 or the Bakersfield Police Department at (661)-327-7111.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of vigilance when it comes to protecting personal belongings, especially in public places. It also underscores the need for the community to work closely with law enforcement to help identify and apprehend suspects involved in theft and fraud crimes.