A WOMAN had her purse stolen while shopping in Abingdon.

The 59-year-old discovered her purse was missing while she was shopping in Hallmark, Bury Street, at about 11am on Wednesday, March 3.

Pc James Cartwright said: “The woman said she remembers her bag being zipped up earlier, but when she went to pay, it was open and her purse was missing.”

Call police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers on 0800 55111 with information.