Officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an elderly woman was robbed in Poole.
The incident occurred at around 3.05pm on Monday 24 April 2023 in Macaulay Road.
The victim, a woman aged in her 80s, was knocked to the floor and had her handbag stolen from her walking frame.
The handbag contained a quantity of cash, as well as house keys.
Detective Constable Kate Brew, of Bournemouth CID, said: “The victim was taken to hospital for treatment, but thankfully she did not sustain any serious injuries.
“An investigation is underway and I am keen to speak to anyone who was in the area and may have witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity.
“Also, I am appealing to the community to please check any CCTV systems for footage that may help our enquiries.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55230062556. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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