The junction of Stockton Road and Sydenham Road, Hartlepool
A WOMAN waiting at a bus stop had her handbag snatched by a man on a bicycle.
The 48-year-old woman was a the junction of Stockton Road and Sydenham Road in Hartlepool, at about 11.30pm on Sunday night when the unknown man pedalled past her, grabbing her bag from her shoulder.
Her phone, purse and bank cards were inside.
The woman was not injured during the incident.
The cyclist, who was wearing a hooded top in grey or dark blue, rode off in the direction of Brenda Road.
- Anyone who saw the robbery, or who has information which could help with inquiries, is asking to contact DC Becky Alderson on the non-emergency 101 number.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules here