Crime & Safety
Cops: 13-Year-Old Fights Back Purse Thief at Milford DD
The male grabbed the daughter by the arm at which time she struck him resulting in him fleeing the scene with the purse.
A male stole a purse and grabbed a woman's 13-year-old daughter by the arm in a parking lot of the Milford Dunkin' Donuts at 1353 New Haven Ave. around 7 a.m. Dec. 21st, according to Milford police.
Investigation revealed that the victim parked her vehicle in front of Dunkin' Donuts which was also occupied by her 13-year-old daughter who was sitting in the backseat of the vehicle.
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The daughter remained inside the vehicle while the mother entered the store for a purchase. A male entered the victim’s vehicle and took a purse that was located on the front seat. The male grabbed the daughter by the arm at which time she struck him resulting in him fleeing the scene with the purse.
The suspect left in a silver mini-van last seen traveling Eastbound on New Haven Avenue. The victim was not injured during the incident.
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The suspect is described as a black male, in his 20’s, bald with several tattoos covering his head, thin build wearing black clothing.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Youd at (203) 783-4728 or email at dyoud@ci.milford.ct.us
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