South Yorkshire Police have released CCTV images of a man and women in relation to a theft which saw an 85-year-old woman have her purse stolen
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “We have released CCTV images of a man and woman we would like to speak to in connection with a theft.”
It is reported that an 85-year-old woman had her purse stolen while shopping in Sheffield on 27 September.
The perpetrators allegedly used the victim’s bank cards to purchase goods from numerous supermarkets between 2pm and 4pm on the same day.
“Enquiries are ongoing and we’re keen to identify the man and woman in the image as they may be able to assist with enquiries. Do you recognise either of them?”, the spokesperson added.
Members of the public are urged to pass any information to the police via their new online chat, online portal or by calling 101 and quoting the investigation number 14/154403/23.
The online portal can be accessed via www.southyorks.police.uk/contact-us/report-something .
For those with information who wish to remain anonymous, Crimestoppers can be contacted via freephone on 0800 55 11 or online at Crimestoppers-uk.org