A HANDBAG was stolen from a car parked outside a church in Hereford, with cash and bank cards inside.

West Mercia Police said the blue Sea Salt canvas bag, with shoulder strap, was stolen from the unlocked vehicle in a church car park on Friars St.

A Canon camera was also inside the bag along with the large purse when it was taken around 11am.

Anyone one with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference 0397S 150919.