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Appeal to trace man after woman's purse stolen in Wolverhampton

An appeal has been launched to trace a man after a woman's purse was stolen in Wolverhampton.

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The theft took place on Wednesfield Road, Heath Town, at 11.30am on December 29 after a woman was approached by two men.

One man distracted her while the other took her purse.

The men, when confronted, took money from the purse and threw it on the floor before they fled.

A photograph of the man was released by Wolverhampton Police in a bid to identify him.

Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting crime reference number 20WV/303060H/18.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

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