HEARTLESS thieves targetted a woman in Battle and stole £1,000 which she had drawn out from the bank shortly before the theft.
Two male suspects were observed by the lady as acting suspiciously, crouching down, and interfering with her trolley following the cash withdrawal from a High Street bank.
The money, which had been secured in a white envelope, was subsequently discovered missing from the trolley a short time later.
We believe the males may have been following the lady after seeing her withdraw the money from the bank.
A Police spokesperson said: “If you are taking out a large amount of cash from the bank, please secure it inside a pocket or bag/purse that is worn under a coat, alternatively, ask a relative or friend to accompany you to and from the bank.”
Police are asking anyone with information that may help further this investigation, call 101 quoting reference number 1119 12/12/2024.
