£1,000 Stolen from Elderly Woman’s Trolley in Battle High Street – Sussex Police Hunt Two Men
Cash Snatched After Bank Withdrawal
Sussex Police are on the case after £1,000 was pinched from an elderly lady’s shopping trolley on Battle High Street on December 14. The victim had just withdrawn the cash from a local bank when two men were seen acting suspiciously nearby – crouching down and tampering with her trolley before the money mysteriously vanished. The stolen cash was kept inside a white envelope.
Thieves Spotted Targeting Victim
Officers suspect the crooks followed the woman after spotting her withdrawing the cash, making it a clear case of premeditated theft. Police are now urging town residents to stay alert and take extra care when carrying large sums of money. Their advice? Hide your cash in a concealed pocket, secure bag, or purse – ideally under a coat. Even better, bring a trusted companion along to the bank to avoid falling victim to sneaky thieves.
How You Can Help Catch These Crooks
Sussex Police want anyone who was near Battle High Street on December 12 and saw anything fishy to come forward immediately. If you spotted these two dodgy characters or have any useful info, call 101 or report online quoting reference number 1119 12/12/2024. No detail is too small – your tip could crack the case.
