Crime & Safety

Waltham Man Allegedly Assaulted Elderly Man, Took His Wallet

The suspect allegedly invaded a home at 13 Walnut St. in Waltham.

A 39-year-old Waltham man is facing serious charges for allegedly forcing his way into a home and stealing a 66-year-old man's wallet.

Jose Santos, of 77 Myrtle St., is facing the following charges: larceny over $250, committing a home invasion while armed, threatening to commit a crime and assault and battery on person over 60, according to Waltham Police. 

The incident began on Jan. 15 when a 66-year-old man at the rooming house at 13 Walnut St. heard somebody banging on his window, King said. The victim, however, ignored the window. 

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Then, the victim heard somebody banging on his door claiming to be a Waltham Police officer, King said. The victim answered the door and Santos allegedly tackled the victim, took his wallet and fled, King said. The suspect never displayed a weapon, King said. 

Police responded to the scene and arrested Santos nearby, King said. 

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