Police Asking For Help Identifying Man Wanted In Purse Snatching

Shelton Police are asking the public for help identifying a man who allegedly snatched a purse from an 82-year-old woman more than two months ago.

Police are asking for help identifying the man and vehicle pictured in connection with a purse snatching.
Photo Credit: *Shelton Police Department*

Shelton Police are asking for help locating a man in the vehicle pictured in connection with a purse snatching.
Photo Credit: *Shelton Police Department*

Police are asking for identifying the owner of the vehicle pictured.
Photo Credit: *Shelton Police Department*

Kathy Reakes

12/29/2019 10:30 a.m.

The incident took place while the woman was standing in line at Planet Pizza at 350 Bridgeport Ave., in Shelton, said Shelton Police Det. Richard Bango.

According to Bango, the woman was standing in line when a man snatched the purse and fled in an older model gold Toyota Corolla.

The man is described as a white male in his late 30s to early 40s, with blue eyes and dirty blonde hair.

Since the robbery took place the Shelton Police Department received several tips, but none that lead to the identity of the suspect, Bango said.

The department is re-releasing the photos in hopes that someone recognizes the vehicle, Bango added.

Anyone with any information regarding this crime is urged to contact the Shelton Police Department at 203-924-1544.

All call will be kept confidential.

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