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Purse Snatcher Apprehended After Attacking Woman In Virginia, Police Say

A suspected purse snatcher in Virginia has been arrested after a strong-arm robbery of a 56-year-old woman in Manassas, authorities say.

Augusto Castillo Aguilar

Augusto Castillo Aguilar

Photo Credit: Prince William Police Department

Officers were flagged down in the area of Ashton Avenue and Rosemary Drive after Augusto Castillo Aguilar, 22, reportedly robbed the woman as she was walking around the area, according to Prince William County police.

The victim claims that Castillo Aguilar approached her and grabbed her purse, causing a brief struggle that left the victim with minor injuries.

Officers were able to locate Castillo Aguilar and were able to detain him after he attempted to run away.

The suspect has been charged with robbery and is being held without bond.

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