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Police are appealing for witnesses after a purse was stolen from a woman shopping in a supermarket in Wigston.

The incident took place at about 11.15am on Thursday May 14, 2009 at a store on Bell Street.

The 85-year-old victim had withdrawn an amount of cash from a nearby bank before entering the store to do some shopping.

During the visit, her handbag was taken from the shopping trolley. Inside the brown leather bag was her purse containing £60 in cash, bank cards and a set of keys.

Officers investigating the incident are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area which could be in connection with his incident to contact them.

PC Adam Bagley, from Wigston local policing unit, said: “We would like to take the opportunity to remind shoppers to never leave a handbag or purse unattended, especially in a supermarket shopping trolley, and be aware of your surroundings.

“We would like to also make people aware of their surroundings when using cash machines and always make sure that your withdrawn cash is put out of sight straight away.

“Purse bells are also available from Wigston Police station. Attaching the small bell to your purse, handbag or shopping bag will deter thieves as the bell will alert the shopper if their purse or bag is moved.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 591 Adam Bagley on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 0591. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.

* Please note, some mobile ‘phone service providers may charge for this call.

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