Police search for suspect accused of stealing purse from elderly woman in MiamiWSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale

City of Miami Police are seeking the public’s help in finding a suspect accused of a strongarmed robbery.

Police responded to the scene of the robbery at the intersection of Oak Avenue and Hibiscus Street, Monday.

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Surveillance video showed the suspect riding his bicycle as he pulled up to a 74-year-old woman who was walking in the area.

The suspect shoved the woman, which caused her to fall to the ground. He then attempted to take her purse.

Once the suspect took the victim’s purse, he fled from the scene on his bicycle.

The woman sustained minor injuries to her right arm and was transported to Coral Gables Hospital by Miami Fire Rescue for treatment.

The suspect has been described as dark skinned male who appeared to be in his 30s.

He stands at about 5 feet, 8 inches to 6 feet tall and was last seen wearing a black shirt, black hat, red underwear, gray pants and black shoes with a white sole. He had a dark colored bicycle.

Anyone with information is urged to call 305-603-6370.

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