safety
Women stole gold chain from victim while praying in Midland parking lot
By Katelyn Carlock at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Police Department and Midland Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help identifying two women accused of stealing a gold chain from a person while they prayed together.According to police, on May 16, the two women approached someone in an HEB parking lot ...
Key takeaway According to police, on May 16, the two women approached someone in an HEB parking lot and asked if the person would pray for them.
Why this matters in The Midland
The incident in the HEB parking lot raises concerns about safety in public spaces, even in seemingly innocuous situations. While praying together may have put the victim at ease, it also created an opportunity for the thieves to strike. This brazen act of theft highlights the need for residents to remain vigilant, even when engaging in everyday activities. The fact that the theft occurred in a well-trafficked area like a grocery store parking lot during the day underscores the importance of being mindful of one's surroundings. As the Midland Police Department and Midland Crime Stoppers seek the public's help in identifying the suspects, residents are reminded to report any suspicious activity and to take steps to protect themselves and their property. The community's assistance in solving this crime will be crucial in bringing the perpetrators to justice and maintaining a sense of security in Midland's public areas.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MIDLAND, Texas (KOSA) - The Midland Police Department and Midland Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help identifying two women accused of stealing a gold chain from a person while they prayed together.According to police, on May 16, the two women approached someone in an HEB parking lot ...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 13, 2026 by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) and curated for The Midland readers.
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