Oakland, California – A 76-year-old woman was hospitalized after being violently pushed to the ground during a daytime robbery in East Oakland on Thursday, authorities confirmed. The suspect allegedly stole jewelry and cash before fleeing the scene on foot.
Police said the woman remains in stable condition and is recovering from injuries sustained during the attack.
Robbery Occurred Near Bond Street
The robbery took place around 10:55 a.m. in the 4500 block of Bond Street, not far from High Street in East Oakland. According to preliminary reports, the elderly woman had been walking home from a shopping trip when she was approached from behind by an unidentified man.
Authorities said the suspect suddenly shoved the woman to the pavement, causing her to strike her head and suffer cuts to her hands. Investigators believe the force of the push led to bruising and lacerations that required medical attention…