It happened at the Grant Avenue Station on Tuesday morning. Police say the suspect went up to a 30-year-old man seated on a bench and took his wallet and phone.
The victim was pushed off the platform while trying to get the items back.
A train was not coming at the time. Other riders helped him get off the track bed.
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