A SPATE of purse thefts at Warrington has led to a warning from police.
In particular, a number of purses have been stolen from the Morrison’s supermarket, in Greenall’s Avenue, off Wilderspool Causeway.
In one case, an 88-year-old woman had her purse, cheque book and cash card stolen after leaving her bag open in a trolley.
Her cash card was later used to withdrawn £350 cash from her account.
PC Nicola Anderton is advising shoppers to be vigilant.
She said: “Our advice is for shoppers to keep their purses safe in their handbags and their handbags zipped and secured at all times.”
A 35-year-old man was arrested in connection with the theft from the woman and has since been released on bail.
Police are issuing purse bells which alert shopping to would-be thieves.
Anyone who would like one can pick one up from the help desk at Stockton Heath Police Station.
Police warn over purse thefts
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Experienced journalist for more than 40 years. Managing Director of magazine publishing group with three in-house titles and on-line daily newspaper for Warrington. Experienced writer, photographer, PR consultant and media expert having written for local, regional and national newspapers. Specialties: PR, media, social networking, photographer, networking, advertising, sales, media crisis management. Chair of Warrington Healthwatch Director Warrington Chamber of Commerce Patron Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation for Peace. Trustee Warrington Disability Partnership. Former Chairman of Warrington Town FC.
