Police seek suspect who stole purse from 77-year-old woman on Grand Concourse
BRONX, N.Y. — Police are searching for a woman who allegedly stole a purse from a 77-year-old woman’s walker in a broad daylight theft on …
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MTA bus driver attacked with purse to the face in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A female MTA bus driver was attacked Monday evening during a verbal dispute while operating a B68 bus in Brooklyn, police said. …
Armed carjacker steals vehicle and purse from woman in Bronx parking lot
BRONX, NY — A woman was robbed at gunpoint early Sunday morning in a Bronx commercial parking lot by an unidentified suspect who fled in …
Dine-and-dash thief busted for purse snatching spree at D.C. restaurants
Washington, D.C. — A 49-year-old man accused of snatching purses from unsuspecting diners at Northwest D.C. restaurants was arrested over the weekend following a joint …
70-year-old woman injured in purse snatching near Sixth Avenue
NEW YORK, NY — A 70-year-old woman was injured early Friday morning when an unknown assailant forcibly snatched her purse in front of 575 Avenue …
Stolen purse leads to showdown outside Utica convenience store
Suspect Charged in Utica Purse Theft
**Utica, NY** – On March 16th, Utica Police responded to a report of a stolen purse on the 1100 block of Schuyler St. The purse contained credit cards and other personal items.
During the investigation, authorities discovered the suspect attempted to use the victim’s identification at a convenience store to buy cigarettes. The store clerk did not complete the sale because the photo ID did not match the suspect.
This information was relayed to the victim, who informed the police. The Criminal Investigations Division took over, identifying the suspect. Later, the victim saw the suspect again near the store and retrieved some stolen property following an altercation.
On April 2nd, the suspect, Fonta Young, age 41, was apprehended and faces charges. These include two counts of Grand Larceny in the fourth degree, Criminal Possession of Stolen Property, and Petit Larceny.
Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft
Utica Police Arrest Suspect in Wallet and Purse Theft
**UTICA, NY** – Utica Police Department received a report of a wallet and purse theft from a vehicle on Stark Street on November 24th, 2025. The case was investigated following reports of unauthorized use of the victim’s credit cards at multiple locations. Utica Police’s Criminal Investigations Division, with Mohawk Valley Crime Analysis Center and Patrol Division assistance, identified a suspect from surveillance footage.
Officers located 25-year-old Joel Rodriguez on Tuesday, taking him into the department for questioning. Rodriguez faces charges including two counts of Criminal Possession of Stolen Property in the fourth degree, two counts of Identity Theft in the second degree, and Petit Larceny.
Uber Driver Steals Purse With $10,000 in the Bronx
BRONX, N.Y. — Police are investigating a theft involving an Uber Eats delivery in the Bronx, where a purse containing approximately $10,000 was reported stolen …
Ocean City Purse Snatchers Used Stolen Credit Cards n Aberdeen
OCEAN CITY, Md. — The Ocean City Police Department is requesting public assistance in identifying suspects involved in a theft that took place on September …
Man Arrested for Wallet and Purse Theft in Utica
Utica, NY – On Tuesday, Utica Police officers responded to a theft incident in the 1000 block of West St. The call pertained to a …
Woman Injured in Purse Snatching in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A 49-year-old woman was injured on Wednesday after two individuals forcibly removed her purse while she was walking near Lorimer Street and …
Daylight Purse Snatching Caught on Camera in D.C.
Washington, DC – In a brazen daylight robbery, a suspect targeted a pedestrian on Thursday at approximately 12:30 p.m., in the 2900 block of 14th …
Wanted: Purse Snatcher Attacks Woman in the Bronx
BRONX, NY – A 34-year-old woman was the victim of a purse snatching on Thursday morning. The incident occurred at 9:15 a.m. in front of …
Purse Snatching and Assault Incident in the Bronx
BRONX, NY—A 43-year-old woman was assaulted and robbed on Saturday at around 8:50 PM inside a building at 2558 Olinville Avenue, according to police reports. …
Purse Stolen from Elderly Woman at House of Worship in Brooklyn
BROOKLYN, NY—A theft occurred at a house of worship located at 2992 Avenue S on Tuesday morning. An unidentified male entered the building around 11:05 …
Purse Snatchers Targeting Women in Brick
Brick Township, NJ – The Brick Township Police Department has warned residents following recent thefts, specifically within retail stores. Residents have reported incidents where wallets …
Philadelphia Boutique Smash and Grab Burglary Suspect Wore CK Hat
PHILADELPHIA, PA – The Philadelphia Police Department’s Northwest Detective Division is on the lookout for a suspect involved in a commercial burglary. The incident occurred …
Woodbury Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects in Purse Snatcing
Woodbury, NJ – The Woodbury City Police Department is attempting to identify a Hispanic male and Hispanic female who stole a woman’s wallet before trying …
Purse Snatching Teen Arrested in D.C.
WASHINGTON, DC — A recent arrest has been made by detectives from the D.C. Metro Police Department’s Third District following a purse snatching incident in …
62-Year-Old Woman Attacked During Botched Purse Snatching
NEW YORK, NY – A 62-year-old woman was assaulted early Monday morning in Queens. The incident took place in front of 41-38 Hampton Street around …
Person of Interest Sought in Purse Theft at Southgate Mall
CHAMBERSBURG, PA — On April 1, the Chambersburg Police Department responded to a report of a purse theft at 184 Southgate Mall. Authorities have released …
Bethlehem Township Police Seek Assistance in Purse Snatching at Local Laundromat
BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP, PA – A theft incident at the Willow Park Road Laundromat on March 29, 2024, has prompted an investigation by the Bethlehem Township …
Woman Accosted During Purse Snatching on Manhattan Bus
NEW YORK, NY – A purse snatching incident was reported in Manhattan, leading to a search for the unidentified male suspect. On March 22, at …
Suspects Caught On Camera In D.C. Purse Snatchings
WASHINGTON, DC – The search is underway for suspects involved in two separate robbery incidents in Southeast D.C., as announced by the First District detectives. …
D.C. Police Search for Suspect in Daylight Purse Snatching
Washington, D.C. – The D.C. Metro Police Department is requesting the help of the community to identify a suspect involved in a recent robbery in …
Throwback Thursday: When Paterson Cops Dressed as Hippies and Beatniks to Nab Purse Snatchers and Muggers
PATERSON, NJ – The Paterson Police Department recently highlighted an innovative strategy from 1970 aimed at combating muggings and other street crimes in the city. …
Couple Snatched Purse, Cash from Victim Inside Newark Restaurant
NEWARK, NJ – The Newark Department of Public Safety is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying suspects involved in a recent theft. Public …
Woman Arrested After Attempted Purse Snatching in Glen Burnie
GLEN BURNIE, MD – A female suspect was arrested following an attempted robbery in Glen Burnie on February 28, at around 7:40 p.m. Officers responded …
Bronx Man Charged for Purse Snatching in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Atlantic City Police Department arrested Jose Hernandez, 27, from the Bronx, for stealing a woman’s purse. On Thursday, Officer Francis …
Purse Stealing Teen Arrested In Utica
UTICA, NY — A 17-year-old juvenile was arrested on January 10, 2024, following an investigation into a purse theft and subsequent fraudulent credit card use …
Elderly Brooklyn Woman Victim of Purse Snatching
NEW YORK CITY, NY – On Monday, December 11, at about 4:25 pm, a 67-year-old woman fell victim to a purse snatching incident while walking …
Juvenile Arrested for Purse Snatching
UTICA, NY – On December 14th, 2023, Utica Police responded to a purse larceny incident in the 1600 block of Whitesboro St. The victim reported …
Brothers Arrested in Violent Purse Snatching at Costco
LOS ANGELES, CA – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s detectives apprehended two brothers, David, 38, and Andrew Morrison, 34, on robbery charges after an incident at …
East Village Woman Victim of Purse Snatching Inside Apartment Vestibule
NEW YORK, NY – An unsettling purse snatching incident in the East Village has prompted a police search for an unidentified male suspect. On December …
Brooklyn Park Purse Snatcher Captured
BROOKLYN, MD – A robbery incident occurred on Sunday, in the 5500 block of Ritchie Highway in Brooklyn, resulting in the arrest of the perpetrator. …
Purse Snatching Scooter Bandits Targeting Women Across Midtown Manhattan
NEW YORK, NY – Thieves are targeting unsuspecting women in Midtown Manhattan, according to the New York City Police Department, robbing their jewelry, purses and …
Laundromat Purse Snatcher Sought in Akron
AKRON, OH – The Akron Police Department (APD) is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a theft incident. On Sunday, October …
Police Seek Suspect Who Knocked Out Woman Before Stealing Her Purse
NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two individuals connected to a robbery that …
Police Investigating Purse Snatching at Silver Spring Cuban Restaurant
Silver Spring, MD – The Montgomery County Department of Police is investigating a theft that occurred at Cubano’s Restaurant on Wednesday, August 16. Detectives have …
Purse Snatching Scooter Bandit Arrested in NYC
NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual connected with a robbery. The …
Purse Snatcher Sought by NYPD
Brooklyn, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual connected to a purse snatching incident. The …
Subway Purse Snatcher Captured by NYPD
BROOKLYN, NY – Following continued investigations, Carlton Mcknight, a 57-year-old resident of Throop Avenue, Brooklyn, was taken into custody and charged on Thursday, relating to …
He Snatched Her Purse While She was Shopping
NEW YORK CITY, NY – On Friday, July 14, a grand larceny occurred at a Costco on Richmond Avenue, Staten Island. The NYPD is seeking …
Purse Swinging Attacker Puncture’s Woman’s Chest on NYC M Train
NEW YORK CITY, NY – On Thursday, July 13, an assault incident was reported to the New York City Police Department in Brooklyn. At approximately …
Woman Broke Into Locked Car at Planet Fitness to Steal Purse
LANCASTER, PA – A purse theft from a vehicle parked at the Planet Fitness located at 366 Carerra Drive has led to fraudulent purchases. The …
NYPD Seeking Purse Snatching Suspect
NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department seeks public assistance in identifying a man involved in a robbery incident. The incident …
Elderly Woman Victim of Purse Snatching At Kew Gardens Train Station
NEW YORK CITY, NY – On Sunday, at approximately 5:30 pm, the New York City Police Department reports a case of grand larceny at the …
Purse Snatchings Result in Eight-Year Sentence for Manhattan Man
QUEENS, NY – Supreme Gooding, a 19-year-old resident of West 41st Street in Manhattan, was sentenced to eight years in prison on Thursday following a …
Purse snatcher wanted in Brooklyn
NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is seeking the public’s help to identify those involved in a grand larceny that occurred …
Police investigating Bridgeton purse snatching incident
BRIDGETON, NJ – The New Jersey State Police is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a man who allegedly stole a purse from an unattended …