A 72-YEAR-old woman attempted to chase a man who snatched her bag in the street.
The offender dropped the handbag and fled when a local man took up the pursuit, having seen the attack in Stray Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
The incident happened at about 4.40pm on Tuesday and the attacker ran off in the direction of Leeds Road.
North Yorkshire Police are making house-to-house visits and watching security camera footage to help with their inquiries.
Detective Sergeant Paul Somerville said: "This was a cowardly attack on an elderly lady and we want the man responsible in custody as soon as possible."
The attacker was described as white, 6ft 2in and wearing a dark blue Adidas tracksuit.
Anyone with information or who witnessed the bag snatch is asked to call police on (01423) 505541.
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