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What they fear

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What they fear

Date5/9/1984

Names

Dexter, Brian (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: What they fear: This enactment of a purse snatching portrays the kind of robbery many of Metro's seniors fear even though they live in quiet suburban areas. Police advise women not to struggle against thug in this situation

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Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Object NumberTSPA_0120495F

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