Woman headbutts, bites, steals wig during cigarette dispute in Center City: police

Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect in an unusual attack that erupted over cigarettes.

What we know:

The incident began when one woman asked another to buy cigarettes on the 1200 block of Filbert Street Tuesday afternoon.

When she refused, police say the suspect headbutted her, then bit her finger.

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She tried to steal her purse, but walked away with the victim's hat and wig instead.

What we don't know:

Further details, including whether the victim sustained any injuries from the attack, have yet to be released by police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

The Source: Information from this article was provided by the Philadelphia Police Department.

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