Elderly Walmart customers are targeted by scammers in Putnam County

The two individuals suspected of stealing from an elderly man while attempting to scam elderly people in Putnam County have been identified. Eyewitness News said police sought the public’s help after a man and woman attempted were going around the Walmart in Hurricane asking elderly people for money. According to a post Hurricane Police Department, the male suspect forcefully stole from a 94-year-old man who was willing to give the suspect $5. Police thanked everyone who reached out and provided tips in the case.