Crime & Safety
Man Makes off with Woman's Money, Wedding Rings in South Bowie
A Bowie woman's iPod and cash were taken from her in a recent incident in South Bowie.
A 26-year-old Bowie woman was approached on a South Bowie path by a young man who demanded her money and valuables, according to Bowie Police.
Police responded to the intersection of Elder Oaks Boulevard and Excalibur Roads just before 5:30 p.m. Monday.
The crime was initially reported as a strong arm robbery, but the crime was later reclassified as a larceny, according to Bowie Police Chief Katherine Perez, because the suspect allegedly did not use threats or force when demanding the woman's property.
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The victim told police the suspect got away with her iPod, $15, and her diamond wedding rings. He then fled on foot.
There were no witnesses and the victim was uninjured. Bowie police set up a perimeter and attempted a canine search of the area, which was unsuccessful due to the weather.
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The suspect is described as an African-American male, approximately 17-25 years of age. He was wearing all dark blue clothing and white sneakers, according to the police report.
Editor's Note: We'll keep you updated as more information is available. The original police report had the incident classified as a strong arm robbery, but it has since been reclassified to larceny. Be sure to sign up for our breaking news alerts to stay informed via e-mail or text message.
