Elderly Man Victim of Strong Arm Robbery

Robbery 2The investigation into a strong-arm robbery – reportedly occurring on Sunday afternoon in Gadsden – continues.

The 85 year old complainant told police that he was in the area of Stroud Avenue and North 14th Street when he was assaulted by three or four individuals who slammed him against a car, then took around $3,000 in cash from him.

The incident was apparently witnessed by several people.

Afterwards, the men drove off in a white car.

According to the police report, the victim, who was described as being intoxicated, suffered scrapes on his hands and fingers, however he refused medical care.

(al.com/www.al.com)

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