(FOX40.COM) — A man was arrested after he allegedly tried to rob an elderly woman and assaulted her when she fought back. • Video Above: How to report a public safety threat
On Thursday, the Concord Police Department said a man tried to snatch an elderly woman’s wallet while she was on her mobility scooter in a local shopping area.
A man was arrested after he allegedly attempted to rob an elderly woman on a mobility scooter and assaulted her when she fought back on Oct. 9, 2025./CPD
“When she bravely resisted, he assaulted her and fled,” CPD said. “Luckily, the victim was not seriously injured.”
Shortly after, police found the suspect nearby and arrested him.