North Yorkshire police issue warning after thefts in Selby
A number of incidents have been reported.
A number of purse dipping incidents have been reported in Selby.
On some occasions the bank cards have been stolen and used quickly after the theft.
Females in their 70's & 80's have been targeted when they were in local shops.
North Yorkshire Police have issued this advice:
-Keep purses and bags closed and secure when not in use. Zipped bags are safer
-Carry bags in front of you or diagonally across your chest
-Don’t leave bags unattended while you pay for other items
-Return cards to your purse or wallet quickly and zip/ button it up
-Conceal your wallet in a buttoned or zipped pocket
-Keep your mobile phone and wallet in separate place, not in the same bag