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Serial purse snatcher under arrest

Posted at 10:32 PM, Feb 09, 2016
and last updated 2016-02-09 22:32:38-05

INDIANAPOLIS -- A serial purse snatcher is under arrest, but police think he may be responsible for more crimes.

35-year-old Hardy Stepp is facing at least four charges.

Police say he stole women's purses on the south side and the west side, at grocery stores, gas stations and restaurants.

Most of the victims have been over 60 years old.

Like 62-year-old Catherine Salinas. Her purse was stolen at a Kroger on January 19.

"It really makes you angry. I'm on a limited budget. It's very sad that's what they want to do and frighten people," said Salinas.

Police say they believe the suspect may have been involved in other crimes. 

If you recognize him, call Crimestoppers at 262-TIPS.

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