Bear – The Delaware State Police are investigating a purse snatching that took place at a bus stop in the Fairwinds area of Bear just before noon on Tuesday.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:54 a.m., Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at a bus located on Pulaski Hwy. (US 40), in the area of Holly Avenue. A 51 year old woman was standing at the bus stop when she was approached by a male suspect. The suspect snatched the victim’s cell-phone from her hand and then grabbed her purse which was slung over her shoulder. A brief struggle ensued however the suspect was able to take possession of the purse before fleeing on foot towards Holly Ave. The victim was not injured as a result of the incident.
The suspect was described as a white male, 40-55 years of age, 5’8”-5’10” tall, average build, wearing a black shirt and a back-pack.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the Troop 2 Robbery Unit by calling 302-365-8566.
Information may also be provided by calling Delaware crime stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or via the internet at http://www.delaware.crimestoppersweb.com
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Presented by Public Information Officer, Master Corporal Michael Austin
Released:112019 0950
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