Man charged after woman pushed to ground and robbed

A woman had her mobile phone stolen in Glasgow on Monday afternoon.

Man charged after woman pushed to ground and robbed

Police have charged a man after a woman was “violently” pushed to the ground and robbed in Glasgow.

A 47-year-old woman had her mobile phone snatched from her hand during an attack in Anniesland Road, Knightswood, around 4.15pm on Monday.

She was walking near Farmfoods when police say a man pushed her from behind and made off with her phone.

On Friday, the force said a 38-year-old had been charged in connection with the incident.

A spokesperson said: “Police Scotland can confirm that a man has been arrested and charged in connection with an assault and robbery in Glasgow.

“The incident happened on Anniesland Road in the city around 4.15pm on Monday, August 10.

“A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal and the 38-year-old man is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court at a later date.”

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