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Woman Accused Of Distracting Seniors, Then Stealing Their Purses In Connecticut Parking Lot

GREENWICH, Conn. (CBSNewYork) -- Police want the public to be on the lookout for a woman accused of robbing seniors in Connecticut.

Greenwich Police said the suspect targeted at least two elderly victims in a parking lot on Greenwich Avenue.

The Greenwich Police Department is looking to identify the pictured female. This subject is suspected of being involved...

Posted by Greenwich Police on Thursday, February 25, 2021

In each incident, the woman allegedly distracted the victims by dropping money. When the victims looked for the money, she allegedly reached into their cars and stole their purses.

Police said a male suspect helped her carry out the crimes.

Anyone with information about robberies is asked to call 203-622-8004 or the Confidential Tip-Line at 203-622-3333.

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