WANTED BY PORT OF SEATTLE POLICE DEPARTMENT -- At least nine different people have been recently spotted on surveillance video stealing luggage at Sea-Tac Airport, the Port of Seattle Police Department said Wednesday. Luggage theft at Sea-Tac is down from this time last year, and police want to keep it that way. That's why they want passengers to be aware of a possible theft ring that has been taking bags.
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Police say in all of the cases, the thieves dressed like they just got off a plane, including one couple spotted wearing comfortable clothes, even carrying what looks like their own backpacks, when they steal a bag. One group of three appear to stand in a row, each swiping a bag before they leave. “They are here all hours of the day and sometimes when we get an individual that has done this multiple times, they will get a certain pattern but we’ll do focus-policing and focus-patrols,” said Port of Seattle police detective Darin Beam. Here are some suggestions to better protect yourselves from luggage thieves: -- Get to the baggage claim before your bag does; -- Put a marker on your bag to make it stand out; -- Don’t put valuables in checked bags; -- Be aware of your surroundings. Police say the thieves have gotten more sophisticated and are adapting to police tactics, but they say luggage theft is a crime of opportunity that passengers can take measures against. If you recognize any of the suspects, call an anonymous tip into: CRIME STOPPERS: 1-800-222-TIPS You must call the Crime Stoppers hotline with your tip to be eligible to receive a cash reward for information leading to a fugitive’s arrest. CLICK HERE for information on how to TEXT A TIP to Crime Stoppers.