Woman, 70, Says Her Purse Was Snatched At Maplewood Bus Stop

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood police said that they received a call around 10:58 a.m. Wednesday about a robbery at a bus stop in the township.

Police spoke with a woman, 70, who said her purse was snatched as she waited on the south side of Springfield Avenue at the bus stop, near Princeton Street.

The woman told police she had $88 in the purse.

Police said the man pushed the woman to the ground and took the purse. Then, he ran to a dark-colored vehicle that was parked nearby, and drove east on Springfield Avenue, police said.

The man was described as heavy-set, wearing black pants, with short hair. Police said a witness believed the vehicle was a dark gray Honda Civic.

"Detectives are canvassing the area and the investigation is ongoing," said the police. Anyone with information should contact the Maplewood Police Department at (973) 762-3400.

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