Madera Police Investigate Merchandise Theft, Seek Suspect’s Identity

Crime

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 3 hours ago on

August 6, 2026

Police in Madera are asking for the public's help identifying a man suspected of stealing merchandise from a local business. (Madera PD)

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Police in Madera are asking for the public’s help identifying a man suspected of stealing merchandise from a local business.

The Madera Police Department said the unidentified man was captured on surveillance video during the alleged theft.

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Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information about the case is asked to contact the Madera Police Department at (559) 675-4220 or Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP. Police said callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous.

Authorities did not release additional details about the alleged theft or the business involved.

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.