Police appeal after Cullompton robbery

Police in Cullompton are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in the Town.

The incident occurred in Middle Mill Lane, Cullompton, between 11.30pm and midnight on Sunday 25th May.

A 19yr old woman was walking down Middle Mill Lane, Cullompton, from the  High Street, towards the Tesco Superstore when she was pushed from behind by a man.

She fell to the floor and whilst there the man grabbed her handbag. He then rifled through the bag briefly, removing a bank card and threw the bag back on to the floor before making off from the scene.

The victim received only minor grazing to her knee and no weapons were used.

The suspect is described as  white, aged in his mid 20’s, 6’ in height, slim build with broad shoulders and wearing light denim jeans and a black hoody with the hood up.

Police are appealing for witnesses in the area at the time or anyone who may have information to contact them on 101 quoting police reference CR/076125/14 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or report online at www.Crimestoppers-uk.org