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Police appeal for witnesses to robbery in Silver Street

Staff Writer by Staff Writer
Sunday, March 5, 2023 11:52 am
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Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her sixties was approached from behind by two offenders who stole her bag.

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her sixties was approached from behind by two offenders who stole her bag.

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THAMES Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to an incident of robbery in Reading.

A woman in her sixties was walking along Silver Street at around 9.30pm on Saturday, March 4, when she was approached from behind by two offenders.

They pulled her to the floor and stole her bag, though the victim was not injured.

One of the offenders is described as a man wearing a zipped, hooded top with blue jeans and black Nike trainers with a white tick.

He was also wearing a blue face covering and a grey cap.

Investigating officer, PC Philip Marchant, based at Reading police station, said: “We are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to please come forward.

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“We’d also ask anyone who may have dash-cams to please check the footage in case it may have captured something that could assist our investigation.

“Anyone with information can make a report online or by calling 101, quoting reference 43230098991.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website.”

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