73-year-old woman targeted by purse snatcher in NYC laundromat

NYPD car at scene - File Photo.

NEW YORK, NY – On Monday, April 17, 2023, at around 1:42 pm, an unknown individual was reported to the New York City Police Department for grand larceny within the 72nd Precinct. A 73-year-old woman reported that her unattended purse was stolen from a laundromat at 565 5 Avenue.

The purse contained a cellphone, roughly $40 in cash, identification documents, and credit and debit cards. The woman later noticed unauthorized charges totalling approximately $468 on her cards. No injuries were reported. The NYPD seeks a man with a medium complexion regarding this incident. Individuals with relevant information are urged to contact NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline.

Adam Devine
Adam covers New York City and regional news for Shore News Network. He is currently attending college and freelances about crime in New York City and regional news.

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