Man arrested in Waikiki after he allegedly takes bag from woman
Police arrested a 37-year-old man after he allegedly robbed a 19-year-old Japanese visitor in Waikiki.
Shortly after 10:30 p.m. Monday, police said the suspect approached the victim and brandished an unspecified dangerous instrument. He grabbed the victim’s property, described as some type of bag.
Police said the victim was dragged as she held onto the bag, causing abrasions to her knees. Police were called and the man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree robbery.
Police said the bag was recovered nearby and returned to the woman.