Picture released as police seek two women after 80-year-old has purse stolen in Milton Keynes

A woman in her 80s was distracted and robbed of a purse containing cash, bank cards and other personal items.
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The incident occurred around 11.15am on Thursday (16/6) in Newport Pagnell High Street.

Thames Valley Police have now released CCTV image of two women they would like to speak to in connection with the theft.

Investigating officer PC Peter Green, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the women in this image to please get in touch as we believe they may have information in connection with this incident."

Police have released CCTV mages of two women they would like to speak to in relation to the theft of a pursePolice have released CCTV mages of two women they would like to speak to in relation to the theft of a purse
Police have released CCTV mages of two women they would like to speak to in relation to the theft of a purse

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