POLICE are appealing for witnesses following the theft of a purse in Wilkinson’s in Kidderminster.

The incident occurred at Wilkinson’s in Market Street, Kidderminster, on Tuesday, December 2, at around 9.30am.

It is reported a man approached an elderly woman and began speaking with her, while another woman was nearby. They both then left the shop on foot in the direction of New Road.

Upon returning home, the victim discovered that her purse had been taken from her bag.

The first suspect is described as a man around 30-50 years old, with black short hair and wearing all black clothing. The second suspect is described as a woman around 30-50 years old with black hair tied back, wearing glasses and all black clothing.

Anyone with information is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 260 of December 2.

You can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or on the website www.crimestoppers-uk.org