Elderly woman robbed in Whitchurch
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after an elderly woman was robbed of her handbag in Whitchurch.
The incident happened between 10.30pm and 10.45pm on Sunday 22 March on Blakemere Close.
The victim, a 78-year-old woman, was approached from behind when her hand bag was stolen, causing her to fall to the floor. She sustained minor injuries not requiring hospital treatment.
The handbag is cream in colour with a flower pattern and bamboo handles.
Unfortunately, a description of the offender is not known.
Anyone with information or who sees a handbag of this description nearby is asked to call police on 101, quoting incident 801S of Sunday 22 March.
Alternatively, the independent charity, Crimestoppers, can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org
