Police are appealing for information after a woman's handbag was stolen

Woman has handbag stolen as she runs from man

Rebecca Gough Monday, October 22, 2012
10:53 AM

A woman’s handbag was stolen when she dropped it in Brandon.

The theft occurred between 11pm and 11.59pm on October 20 on Manor Road.

The 38-year-old was walking home when she became aware of a man walking behind her. She dropped the bag as she began to run.

The man was described as white, between 40 and 50-years-old and between 5ft 7in and 5ft 8in.

He was wearing dark clothes and trainers.

Anyone with information should contact Sgt Chris Chisnall on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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