Police in Munster said the man seen in surveillance photos stole the woman's purse as she loaded items into her trunk, then drove away in a vehicle also reported stolen on Sunday by Gary police.
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It happened Sunday afternoon in the Jewel parking lot on Ridge Road.
Investigators said the woman's stolen credit card was used in Dolton shortly after the robbery.
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Her purse and cell phone were found at a gas station in Calumet City.
She needed to be treated by paramedics on the scene.
The suspect is described as a man in his early 20s, who was shorter and wearing dark-colored clothing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Munster Police Detective Nolan Archer at 219-836-6672 or email him at narcher@munster.org. You can remain anonymous.