Anaheim Hills thief caught on camera stealing Christmas gifts

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Police are looking for a Grinch who is stealing Christmas packages from homes in Anaheim Hills.

The woman was caught on surveillance camera taking gifts that were left out for charity. The homeowner said the thief also stole a decorative snowman that was in front of her house.

Surveillance video caught the culprit in the act shortly before 2:30 p.m. Thursday on East Carmen Circle in Anaheim Hills.

The homeowner said she was inside the house with her children at the time.

If you recognize this brazen thief, you're urged to contact the Anaheim Police Department.