DPD just sent out this alert…

Decatur Police Alert – June 8, 2009

On Sunday, 6-7-09, at approximately 6pm, a Decatur resident was walking on Glendale Avenue near Forkner Drive and was approached by 2 African American males who said “Give me your bag, give me your purse.” When she stated that she did not have a purse, one of the subjects hit her in her face, snatched her beach bag and towel and left the scene.

Description of Subjects:

– 2 African American males

– Subject 1 – about 6’0″ tall wearing green plaid shorts

– Subject 2 – about 5’7″ wearing a white tank top and possibly a white hat, twists in his hair

This case is still under investigation.

Please call 911or the non-emergency number at (404) 373-6551 the moment you see anything or anyone suspicious.

Thank You,

That adds a bit more detail to an email from the victim that Jonathan forwarded this morning.  I will not publish her name for obvious reasons.

“I live on Glendale and was walking with my 14 month old from the Glenlake pool [Sunday 6/7] afternoon at 6pm. According to the police I was “robbed and assaulted”. to me I was mugged and scared. I had just turned onto Glendale off Forkner and heard a noise behind me. Turned to see 2 young guys following me. Knew there was trouble brewing but didn’t see anyone outside or any cars passing. Incident lasted maybe a minute but stole my beachbag (had over my shoulder not under the stroller) and got punched in the face. They were clearly looking for money as they did not ask for any of my jewelry etc.
The police responded as soon as I found a phone (thanks to those who helped and cooperated with the police!!), detectives were out and have been talking to people. The captain is especially interested because “this never happens in this neighborhood” – hope to keep it that way.

The baby and I are fine, I just want to make sure this doesn’t happen to anyone else! Let me know if you need additional information.”