Purse snatcher in the south end of New Bedford

Last Thursday night (9/18/14) at approximately 10pm a 46 yr. old New Bedford woman was robbed of her purse as she was walking in the area of David St. and West Rodney French Blvd. She was not harmed. The suspect came up behind her and grabbed her purse without saying anything. He then fled easterly on David St. towards Brock Avenue. The purse contained her phone, identifications, and currency.

Description:

• White male
• Tall and thin
• Late 20’s to early 30’s
• Wearing Jeans, a grey hooded sweatshirt, and a red baseball cap.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detective Division at 508-991-6300 ext. 320.