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15/09/2016
Investigation Launched After Man Snatches Pensioner's Handbag
Police have launched an investigation after a pensioner had her handbag snatched in east Belfast.
The incident happened in the Kings Square area at around 3pm on Wednesday, 14 September.
The 86-year-old woman was returning home from a shopping trip when a man snatched her bag as she was entering her house.
The suspect, believed to be in his early 20s, is described as being around 5ft 6inches in height with a slim build and dark curly hair. He was wearing a dark long sleeved t-shirt and dark trousers.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/JP)
The incident happened in the Kings Square area at around 3pm on Wednesday, 14 September.
The 86-year-old woman was returning home from a shopping trip when a man snatched her bag as she was entering her house.
The suspect, believed to be in his early 20s, is described as being around 5ft 6inches in height with a slim build and dark curly hair. He was wearing a dark long sleeved t-shirt and dark trousers.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/JP)
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