A woman's life was interrupted at 4:12 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20, when a stranger grabbed her purse and used force to tear it from her grasp in the 2300 block of N Broadway St.
Denver Police officers arrived quickly to assist the victim, who was shaken but able to provide details. As of this report, investigators have not identified a suspect, and no arrests have been made.
This incident marks another violent theft in the area, adding to a recent string of police requests throughout the 80205 ZIP code. While the specific neighborhood designation for this block varies by source, the location sits just north of the busy 23rd Avenue corridor, a stretch that has seen increased law enforcement attention this month.
Residents are urged to remain vigilant when walking near N Broadway, especially during evening hours. If you have information regarding this or other crimes in the area, do not wait. Report non-emergency incidents directly to Denver Police. Dial 911 for emergencies.