isaacashe published Elderly shoppers targeted by purse thieves

Elderly shoppers are being warned to be aware while out and about in Mansfield and Sutton in Ashfield.Nottinghamshire Police say they are linking several purse thefts in the two towns.Six were reported stolen between the hours of 12 noon and 3pm on Tuesday, November 15.Officers believe elderly females are mainly being targeted, normally in confined areas like small shops and shopping queues.Read more: Police divers searching Nottingham canal following fightResidents are now being asked to stay..