POLICE are looking for a teenager who snatched a woman's handbag.

The robbery happened at about 9.30pm on Monday, in Geneva Road, Darlington.

The woman, who is in her 50s, fought with the thief, but he managed to steal her bag, which contained about £4 cash and some personal effects.

He was described as being about 14 years old, 5ft 3in, with light brown hair, which was virtually shaven.

He was wearing a black and blue/grey hooded jacket, tracksuit bottoms and trainers.

Anyone who witnessed the theft, or who thinks they may know something about the incident, can contact Detective Constable Vikki Cooper at Darlington CID on 0845 606 0365.