Police are appealing for witnesses and information after
a man stole a teenage girl’s handbag in Bridport.
The incident, in which a thief approached a 16-year-old Bridport
girl from behind and took her handbag, happened along St Andrew’s
Road, near the church, at around 10.15pm on Friday, 30 October
2009.
The girl was walking her two dogs at the time of the
incident.
The stolen black handbag contained the girl’s mobile phone.
Police Constable Frank Poe, of Dorchester police said: "The
offender ran off toward the town centre – it is believed he was
wearing a hooded-top and denim trousers.
"I am appealing for anyone who witnessed this theft, and anyone
who may have seen a man running away from St Andrew’s Road at
around 10.15pm, last Friday, to contact me urgently.
"I would also like to speak with anyone who has information
about the man responsible, as soon as possible."
Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset
Police in confidence on 01305 222 222 or the free and anonymous
Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may
apply.