The Sparks Police Department is asking for the public's help identifying a person who allegedly stole a purse from an elderly woman. 

Officers responded to a report of a robbery at around 1:36 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25 in Sparks on Greenbrae Dr.

The person in the attached photo allegedly robbed an elderly woman of her purse.

After snatching the victim's purse from behind, the suspect ran north through a complex.

The victim sustained minor injuries during the crime. 

Secret Witness is offering a reward of $1000 for information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect.

Officers have reason to believe other residents in the area may have witnessed the incident. They are asking for any witnesses or anyone with information about the suspect's identity to call the Sparks Police Department at (775) 353-3321 or Secret Witness at 775-322-4900.