Man sought for snatching elderly woman's purse outside Florian Hall in Dorchester

Boston Police report they're looking for man for a purse snatching in the Florian Hall parking lot yesterday afternoon.

Police say a 75-year-old woman was going to her car around 3:30 p.m. when "a white male approached her from behind, snatched her purse and took off running. "

He's described as white, 5'7" to 5'10" and thin. He wore a black or navy jacket, light jeans and a baseball cap.

If he looks familiar, contact detectives at 617-343-4335 or the anonymous tip line by calling 800-494-TIPS or by texting TIP to CRIME (27463).