15/06/2016

Elderly Woman Robbed In Co Down

An elderly woman has been robbed in Bangor, Co Down.

The incident happened in Castle Park on Monday, 13 June.

A man stole the lady's purse and made off in the direction of Abbey Park.

The suspect is being described as very tall, and was wearing a black hooded top with blue markings.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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