Somerville Police Release Sketch Of Purse Snatcher
SOMERVILLE (CBS) – Police in Somerville have released a sketch of a man who robbed a woman Tuesday morning.
Shortly before 8:00 a.m a 25-year-old Somerville woman was putting a bag in the back seat of her SUV on Lincoln Street when a man in his mid twenties ripped her pocketbook from her shoulder.
The woman fought back, but the man was able to steal the handbag from her. The suspect fled toward Sullivan Square.
The suspect is described as :
- White male, mid twenties
- 5'7"-5'8" with stocky/heavy build
- Earrings in both ears
- He was wearing a blue velvet type hoodie, dark running shorts and sneakers
Anyone who has information about this incident or who knows the identity of this suspect is urged to contact Somerville Police at 617 625-1212. Or, they can send an anonymous tip by texting 617SPD to Tip411
