Posted Tuesday, March 19, 2013 --- 2:46 p.m.

Press Release from the Beloit Police Department:

On March 18, 2013 at about 8:15 p.m., Beloit Police Officers responded to the CVS pharmacy at 1063 Fourth St. for a report of an Oxycodone theft. Investigation reveals that the actions of the suspect are very similar to other recent thefts of Oxycodone that have occurred in Madison, Janesville, and Rockford.

The suspect in this incident is a W/M; the suspect is wearing an orange winter jacket with the hood up. The suspect has a beard and mustache with about a two day growth, blues eyes and is about 5’7” in height.

The suspect presented a note to the pharmacist requesting Oxycodone and was given a small amount of Oxycodone. The suspect did not display a weapon and headed south from the store as he fled on foot. There were no injuries during the incident.

Anyone with information in regards to this crime is encouraged to call the Beloit Police Department, 364-6801, or Beloit Area Crime Stoppers, 362-7463. Individuals may also text information to 274637 then type BACS + your message.

Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward up to $1000.00.