The two people of interest.
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Midland Police on hunt for woman who bit loss prevention officer after stealing

Lauren PedenMidland Kalamunda Reporter

A WOMAN bit a loss prevention officer on the arm after stealing from a local retail store.

Midland Police have released CCTV images of a woman and man they believe can help with their investigation.

The woman, who was known to staff for previous stealing offences, entered the store about 6pm on Thursday, April 6.

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She was followed by the officer and was seen putting clothes into a blue bag.

She bought a soft drink when she left the store but did not pay for the clothes.

The officer followed the woman out of the store, and after a verbal confrontation the woman bit the officer’s left forearm before leaving with the goods.

She is described as dark skinned, 20 to 25 years old, medium build with a tattoo on her right leg and right inner arm.

She was last seen wearing a black Fila T-shirt and black shorts with white stripes.

The man is described as dark skinned, 20 to 25 years old with a blue Adidas shirt and green pants.

Report information online at crimestopperswa.com.au or call 1800 333 000.

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