POLICE are appealing for information after a bag theft in Redditch.

A woman in her 60s was walking on the footpath that runs alongside Heronfield Close around noon on Tuesday, June 4 when she was approached by an unknown man from behind.

The man is understood to have taken her handbag before leaving the area on foot.

Officers would like to speak to the man pictured as they believe he could provide information that may help with the ongoing investigation.

A spokesman said: "We are also keen for anyone who saw the incident, who witnessed anyone acting suspiciously or who was in the area at the time to come forward.

"Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident number 261S of 4 June."