Purse snatch Robbery suspect flees from police. Arrest is made a short time later.
On March 6, 2018, Suspect Joseph approached the female adult victim on Holt Bl at Eleanor St. and forcefully took a bag filled with personal items from her. The victim was able to flag down a passing officer. The suspect was able to hide in a nearby backyard. While making contact with the suspect, he fled on foot into a nearby area. While air support was available, we could not see his exact location. An extensive search with additional officers and a canine team was made throughout the neighborhood. The suspect ignored the officers and the audio announcements. The suspect was eventually taken into custody by the canine unit in the 400 Blk of Center St. The stolen property was eventually recovered. Suspect Info: Joseph, David Age- 51 Ontario resident
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Pomona Police Department
490 W Mission Blvd
Pomona, CA 91766
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Non-emergencies: 909-620-2155
Lt. Eddie Vazquez
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