The peaceful afternoon of a mother in Concord, California was abruptly disrupted when she became the victim of a strong-arm robbery. The incident took place in broad daylight around 3 p.m. near the 1700 block of Willow Pass Road at Park N Shop, according to the Concord Police Department.
Reportedly, the woman was getting her child out of the rear car seat of her vehicle when a man tried to snatch her purse. A brief struggle ensued, but the suspect managed to overpower the woman, punching her and making off with her purse. The suspect then climbed into a black SUV and drove towards the freeway.
The suspect is described as a thin Black man who was wearing a mask at the time of the robbery. The investigation into the incident is ongoing and no additional information has been released at this time.
As personal injury bloggers, we often discuss incidents involving traffic accidents or workplace injuries. However, we believe it’s important to shed light on incidents like this one, where an individual is targeted while going about their daily routine.
While it’s easy to assume that we are safe, especially during the day, in populated areas like shopping centers, this incident serves as a reminder that danger can present itself unexpectedly. It reinforces the need for us to always stay alert and be aware of our surroundings, even in places where we feel safe.
We should also remember the importance of practicing self-defense techniques and considering self-defense classes. While we hope to never need them, these skills can be invaluable in unexpected situations like these.
We stand with the community in hoping for a swift and successful resolution to this investigation. And we remind our readers to stay safe, stay alert, and to report any suspicious activities or information related to this incident to the Concord Police Department’s Major Crimes unit at 925-671-5074 or the Anonymous Tip line at 925-603-5826.