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WORCESTER — The Worcester Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying men wanted for questioning in connection with 2 separate incidents involving theft and vandalism.

Worcester Police Department (Facebook)
In the first incident, the police are seeking information on the individual in the released photos in connection with the theft of an employee tip jar from a local business. The theft, which occurred earlier this week, has left the employees without the funds they rely on from customer tips.

Worcester Police Department (Facebook)
In the second, unrelated incident, a man is wanted for questioning regarding multiple acts of vandalism to vehicles in the downtown area. Several cars were reported damaged over the past few days, causing concern among local residents and businesses.
Anyone with information about the suspect's identity is urged to contact the Worcester Police Detective Bureau at 508-799-8651.
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