The incident happened just after 1:30 a.m. on March 16, in the vicinity of 38th Street in Astoria.
The suspect approached the 36-year-old victim from behind, displayed a knife and then fled in a black vehicle with her purse.
No injuries were reported at this incident.
Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
