This in from police, in their own words, Ed
Police have released CCTV images of two women they would like to speak to in connection with the theft of a handbag in Newport, Isle of Wight.
The incident occurred between 1.45pm and 2.45pm on Wednesday, April 10 at MacDonald’s restaurant in High Street, Newport.
The victim, a 44-year-old woman had left her handbag on a seat close to the main counter and forgot it when she left the restaurant.
She returned a short while later to discover it was no longer there and reported it to the staff.
Officers investigating the case would like to hear from anyone who can identify the two women pictured in the CCTV as they believe they may be able to assist with enquiries.
Anyone with information about the incident can contact PC Iain Robertson at Newport Police Station by phoning 101. Information can be given anonymously by phoning the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
