Shocking Robbery: 68-Year-Old Woman Assaulted in Rochelle Park Parking Lot!
A 68-year-old man was violently robbed in the parking lot of a ShopRite in Rochelle Park, according to police reports.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, September 24, around 7:30 p.m., in the complex on West Passaic Street.
Police say that the suspect, later identified as Ramsey Thompson, approached the elderly victim and asked for money. When the victim refused, the situation escalated quickly.
According to Rochelle Park Police Captain James DePreta, Thompson forcefully pushed the victim to the ground and then grabbed the man’s wallet from his back pocket.
Rochelle Park Police officers were quick to respond following the robbery. Sgt. Brian Cobb, along with Patrolmen Todd Starling, Joe Buono, and Evan Migliore, spotted Thompson walking on Bennett Avenue shortly after the incident.
After stopping him, officers found the victim’s wallet and its contents in Thompson’s possession.
Police charged Thompson with robbery and took him to the Bergen County Jail. The officers managed to recover the stolen wallet, which contained cash, credit cards, and gift cards and returned it to the victim.
Fortunately, the elderly man did not require medical attention following the attack.
This incident serves as a reminder for people to stay cautious, especially in public places like parking lots, where individuals can be more vulnerable to crimes.
Local authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information or witnesses of the event to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Such incidents are unsettling for the community, especially as the victim was a senior citizen who may have been targeted because of his age.
While it’s fortunate that no severe injuries occurred, the trauma of the robbery is something that victims of such crimes often have to deal with.
Police are advising the public to stay alert and avoid engaging with strangers in parking lots, particularly during late hours.
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The Rochelle Park Police’s quick response highlights the importance of staying vigilant and reporting suspicious activities to law enforcement.
As the holiday season approaches, when shopping centers and parking lots get busier, police presence will likely increase to ensure public safety.