£500 is taken from man, 83, in Bilston
A pensioner was robbed of £500 after being targeted as he walked down a Bilston street, police revealed today.
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Police say the 83-year-old was walking along Lewis Street when he was approached by a man who pushed him then searched through his pockets.
The thief stole £500 in cash, a bank book and a bus pass from the victim before walking off.
Police today described the robbery on Friday as "despicable".
