West Midlands Police are appealing for information to identify a man after an elderly woman fell victim to courier fraud in Birmingham earlier this year. The woman's bank cards were subsequently used at shops in the city centre, and detectives have released images of a suspect they wish to speak to.
Incident Details
The fraud occurred earlier in 2026, though police have not disclosed the exact date or the amount of money stolen. The suspect is believed to have posed as a courier or official to deceive the elderly victim into handing over her bank cards. The cards were then used at multiple retail locations in Birmingham city centre.
Police Appeal
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "We want to speak to this man after an elderly woman was a victim of courier fraud in Birmingham. Her bank cards were then used at shops in the city centre earlier this year. We've been carrying out enquiries and want to identify this man."
The force has released two images of the man, who is described as wearing casual clothing in the photographs. Anyone who recognises him is urged to come forward.
How to Help
Anyone with information can contact West Midlands Police on 101, quoting crime reference number 20/127439/26. Alternatively, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police remind the public that courier fraud often involves criminals calling victims, pretending to be from a bank or the police, and persuading them to hand over cards or cash to a courier. Residents are advised to never give out personal details or hand over bank cards to anyone who arrives unexpectedly.
