VIDEO: Man Wrestles Woman To Ground In Oakland Parking Lot, Flees With Her Purse
OAKLAND (CBS SF) -- Police have released disturbing surveillance video of a recent strong-arm robbery in Oakland, asking for the public's help tracking down the thief.
It happened on Saturday, around 7:30 in a parking lot located in the 200 block of 28th Street, according to police.
A woman is seen walking to her car with her purse, a tote bag and a shopping bag. The suspect runs at her and grabs her purse, wrestling the woman to the ground as she tries to hold onto her belongs.
The thief manages to overcome her and runs off with her purse. Police said the suspect left in "an awaiting vehicle."
Anyone with information is asked to call (510) 238-3326.
