Woman pushed and robbed of handbag in Northampton town centre

A handbag was snatched from a woman in Northampton in an early morning attack.
By Alastair Ulke
Published 28th Jun 2019, 10:24 BST
Updated 28th Jun 2019, 11:24 BST
A woman was pushed and robbed of her handbag in Sheep Street.A woman was pushed and robbed of her handbag in Sheep Street.
A woman was pushed and robbed of her handbag in Sheep Street.

The robbery took place in Sheep Street between 4am and 4.20am on June 1.

The victim and a friend had just crossed the road at traffic lights when a man approached from behind, pushed her and grabbed her bag.

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The suspect is described as white, aged 30 to 35, about 5ft 11in, with an average build, bald head and pale complexion. He was wearing a grey jacket with black sleeves, dark-coloured trousers and light-coloured shoes.

Witnesses to the incident, or anyone with information, should call Northamptonshire Police on 101. Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.