Search underway for women in string of retail thefts in Big Bear area

BIG BEAR, Calif. (KABC) -- A search is underway for a group of women who detectives say have been on a retail crime spree in the Big Bear area.

The women have stolen hundreds of dollars in merchandise from several stores, according to the Big Bear Sheriff's Station.

It started when four women walked out of a Dollar Tree store with merchandise that they allegedly didn't pay for on Nov. 15.

The next day, detectives say they each stole items worth up to $350 from a Marshall's store. They're also accused of taking two Christmas tree boxes worth about $100 from a Grocery Outlet.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the sheriff's station at (909) 866-0100.