South Portland police are searching for a woman in connection with the JCPenny incident

SOUTH PORTLAND – South Portland Police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a woman in connection with an incident that occurred at a local JCPenny store on Oct. 14.

Officer Stewart is leading the investigation and would like to speak with the woman pictured in the photos distributed by the department.

The nature of the incident has not been disclosed, but authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone who recognizes the woman or has relevant information is asked to contact Officer Stewart at [email protected].

South Portland police have not released any further details about the incident, but maintain that identifying the woman is critical to their ongoing investigation.