91-year-old man has watch snatched in Littlehampton

Police are appealing to find a woman involved in the incident

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 17th Feb 2021

A 91-year-old man has been left with minor injuries after his Rolex watch was snatched from his wrist in Littlehampton.

Police are investigating after he was approached by a woman in Fitzalan Road at 2.30pm on Friday (February 12th).

The suspect is described as slim, 5' 5" and was wearing a colourful dress. She made off towards East Street.

Detective Inspector Kimberley May said:

"This was extremely distressing for the victim and we are appealing for any witnesses to come forward or if anyone is offered a Rolex watch for sale to contact us.

"We have increased our patrols in the area and if anyone has concerns please speak to one of our officers."

Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to report to Sussex Police online or ring 101 quoting serial 694 of 12/02.

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