Senior Superhero – How a Cane-Wielding Great-Grandma Stopped a Purse Snatcher

Here’s more proof that age is just a number. A cane-wielding great-grandmother in Oakland, California, stopped a purse snatcher from robbing an elderly neighbor!

According to a report by ABC7, 76-year-old Miss Faye jumped into action after seeing a man get out of a car and attack her neighbor. She ran out of her house to help, hitting the man’s car several times with her cane. This caused the would-be robber to drop the purse and drive away. Both women were a little bruised and sore, but otherwise okay. Miss Faye encourages everyone to look out for one another and to always be aware of your surroundings.

The Seniors Trust is committed to helping improve the lives of retirees. We are strong supporters of the Social Security Expansion Act which will increase monthly benefits, create a strong and long-lasting Trust Fund, and guarantee that every retired worker receives adequate Social Security benefits and a fair Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA).