An Atascadero man allegedly tried to wrestle an 80-year-old woman’s purse away from her at the Kmart in Arroyo Grande.
Several citizens restrained Mykel Leo Romo, 21, after they spotted him attempting to steal the purse The victim suffered minor injuries from being forced to the ground during the assault.
Police also suspect Romo of snatching a purse from a 65-year-old woman at the Arroyo Grande Walmart on Friday. In both instances, the purse snatcher rode a Yamaha motorcycle, approached the women and asked for directions.
Police arrested Romo on suspicion of several felony charges including robbery and possession of a stolen vehicle
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