A HOODED thief snatched a pensioner's handbag when he rode up behind her on his bike.
The 77-year-old woman was walking along Highfield Road, Middlesbrough, when the youth grabbed her bag.
The victim, who has not been named, but is from Guisborough, was not hurt, but was shaken.
She had been on her way to Gables Residential Home to visit a friend when the thief struck at 2.55pm on Tuesday.
PC Steve Bolsover, of Cleveland Police, appealed for anyone who may have seen the youth in the area prior to the theft to get in touch. The suspect was wearing a dark hooded top and dark tracksuit bottoms.
People can call PC Bolsover, on 01642-303126, or Crimestoppers, on 0800-555-111.
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