The theft was reported to have taken place at Marks and Spencer in London Road, between 12.50pm and 1pm on Monday 14 November 2022. The victim was distracted in the store by a woman she did not know, who asked for assistance with an item of clothing. The victim later found her purse was missing from her bag.
PC Nick Bottle said: ‘We have been investigating this incident and are now able to release CCTV images two people who may be able to assist our enquiries.