Snatcher (noun)

A person who takes something suddenly or by force, especially stealthily or without permission.

Origin:

Derived from 'snatch', meaning to take suddenly or forcibly.

Examples:

1. The snatcher ran down the street, clutching the woman's purse in one hand and sprinting as fast as he could.
2. The snatcher was caught on camera by the store's surveillance system, and the police were able to identify and arrest him.
3. The snatcher was a professional thief, known for his lightning-fast hands and his ability to blend into a crowd.
4. The snatcher preyed on tourists and shoppers, grabbing wallets, phones, and other valuables and then disappearing into the crowd.
5. The snatcher was sentenced to five years in prison for his crimes, but he vowed to continue his life of crime once he was released.