Robbery, Cairns
Cairns detectives are investigating the robbery of an elderly woman in Cairns last night.
Around 10.30pm a 78-year-old woman in the company of a 73-year-old woman was returning to a unit in Minnie Street.
The 78-year-old was approached from the side by a male who has grabbed at her handbag.
As the male attempted to take the bag from the woman it has caused her to fall and strike her head on the footpath.
The male who is described as indigenous in appearance then made off with the handbag in an unknown direction.
The woman was treated at the scene and was transported to Cairns Base Hospital with lacerations and extensive bruising to the face.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have been in the area around the time of the incident and witnessed any suspicious behaviour or who may have any information in regard to the incident to contact Policelink on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Investigations into the incident are continuing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
