Attempted Purse Snatcher Caught On Camera In Fredericksburg

FREDERICKSBURG, VA—A man was captured on camera after Fredericksburg police say he attempted to snatch a woman's purse.

According to police, the incident happened on Sept. 5 at 3:15 p.m. along the 800 block of Caroline Street.

The complainant reported to officers that she was walking on the sidewalk when a man she didn't recognize attempted to steal her purse.

There's no word on why he didn't succeed in his effort to take the purse and run.

If you have any information on the case, you can call the Fredericksburg Police Department at 540-373-3122.