Appeal: Attempted Robbery, Somerset Road, Almondbury, Huddersfield

Friday, 1 July 2016 12:21

Police are appealing for information after a 60-year-old woman was the victim of an attempted robbery in Almondbury.

The woman was walking along Somerset Road between 6.30am and 6.35am on Tuesday, 28 June, when she was approached from behind by a man who has grabbed hold of her handbag. A struggle has taken place, during which the victim has fallen to the floor after banging her head on a parked vehicle, however she has managed to keep hold of her bag.

The man involved has left empty-handed, walking off down Somerset Road towards the bus stop by the mini roundabout at the end of Longley Lane. He has reportedly been walking in the middle of the road and a number of cars have beeped their horns to get him to move.

The suspect is described as an Asian male, in his twenties, about 5ft 6ins tall, of slim build, with short straight black hair and a stubbly beard. He wore dark trousers and a dark jacket which was a bit longer than waist length.

Detective Constable Seb Morgan, of Kirklees District CID, said: "This was understandably a very concerning incident for the victim. She has been shouting and screaming throughout, which we believe has in part caused the suspect to walk away, and we are keen to speak to anyone who has seen or heard any part of this incident.

"We understand that following this attempted robbery, the man involved has been walking in the middle of the road, attracting the attention of a number of motorists who have beeped their horns to try and get him to move. We are keen to speak to any of these people who may be able to assist with information about this man and his movements after this offence."

Anyone with information is asked to call Kirklees District CID via 101 or to pass information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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