Crime & Safety
Woman Stole $800 From Person In Wheelchair: Philadelphia Police
A woman who uses a wheelchair was robbed of $800 by the woman seen here while in Center City last month, police said.
PHILADELPHIA — A woman who uses a wheelchair was robbed last month in Center City Philadelphia, and police are asking for help identifying the suspect.
At about 1 p.m. on Sept. 13, the victim was at 1046 Market St. when the woman seen above took the victim's bag, police said.
The suspect took $800 from the bag before giving the bag back to the victim and walking away, according to police.
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Police described the suspect as a black woman with long braided hair who was wearing glasses, a white shirt, black pants, and blue and white sneakers.
If you see this suspect, do not approach, contact 911 immediately.
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Anyone with information about this crime or this suspect should contact Det. Burnett with the Central Detective Division at 215-686-3093 or 215-686-3094
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