The NYPD has made an arrest in a bizarre and scandalous case involving a woman who allegedly tried to swipe a woman’s engagement ring, all while managing to land herself on her very own wanted poster — and let’s just say, it’s not your average criminal flyer.
Lucie Lorie, a stunning brunette, was the subject of a wanted poster released by the NYPD this week, which quickly went viral for all the wrong reasons. Posing in a seductive selfie, Lorie’s photo almost looked like it belonged on a strip club flyer rather than an official police notice. Her sultry shot, featuring a glam look and playful expression, definitely caught attention — but it wasn’t the kind of fame she was hoping for.
The NYPD had been on the lookout for Lorie after she allegedly orchestrated an attempt to steal an engagement ring from a woman in Queens, New York, on April 24. According to police reports, Lorie had an accomplice, a man who attempted to snatch the ring off the victim’s finger. However, the robbery didn’t go as planned, and instead of smoothly stealing the jewelry, the accomplice reportedly injured the woman’s finger in the process.
The male suspect was promptly arrested for attempted robbery, and the NYPD was hot on the trail of Lorie, eventually catching up with her on Wednesday. She was arrested and booked on charges of attempted robbery, adding yet another layer of drama to what had already been a chaotic crime attempt.
What really sets this case apart, though, is the unexpected fame that came with it. The NYPD’s decision to release the wanted poster featuring Lorie’s risqué selfie sparked widespread attention across social media, with many questioning how the police could have chosen such a provocative image for their alert. While the poster certainly did its job in generating buzz, it also raised eyebrows about the line between law enforcement and social media sensationalism.
Despite the chaotic and seemingly absurd nature of this case, it’s clear that Lorie won’t be walking away unscathed. With her arrest, the police are now one step closer to closing the chapter on this bizarre attempted robbery. As for the engagement ring, luckily, it was never stolen, though the woman involved in the incident will likely have a strange story to tell for years to come.
It’s not every day that you see a wanted poster go viral for its “eye-catching” content, but in Lucie Lorie’s case, her brief stint in the spotlight will be remembered for much more than just her alleged crime. As the case continues to unfold, the bizarre combination of crime and viral fame has certainly made for a strange chapter in New York’s law enforcement history.
