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NYPD searching for man who stole purse from elderly woman who was giving him money

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Police in New York City are looking for a man who took more than just the money an elderly woman was trying to give him. A video released by NYPD Crime Stoppers shows what happened around 6 a.m.

Sunday in the area of Miller and New Lots avenues.  "The suspect forcibly removed the purse from an 82-year-old victim," police said in a tweet.

The woman appears to stumble to the ground as the suspect runs away. Suspect in NYC grabs purse from elderly woman before running away. ( NYPD Crime Stoppers) The suspect is wanted for robbery.

Police are offering a reward of up to $3,500 for information leading to an arrest. Suspect takes off running, elderly victim appears to stumble to the ground after her purse was snatched.  ( NYPD Crime Stoppers)  Anyone with information is asked to call 800-577-TIPS (8478) or anonymously post a tip online.

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