muggers broke an 87-year-old woman's arm when they threw her to the ground and stole her handbag.
The victim was also left with head injuries after the assault in Pellipar Close, Palmers Green, at 7.20pm on Monday.
Police are appealing for passers-by or drinkers from the Fox pub, which is opposite the scene of the mugging, to come forward if they witnessed the incident.
Call DC Paul Ridger at Edmonton CID on 345 4435 with information.
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