Officers are currently investigating a robbery that occurred in Toothill, where a woman had her wedding ring stolen.
The incident took place on May 12th at around 12:15 pm in Sampson Park, Toothill. The victim, a 70-year-old woman, was approached by a man who threatened her and forcefully took her handbag and rings, including her wedding ring.
The suspect, wearing a black balaclava and gloves, quickly fled the scene in the direction of Freshbrook Way. The traumatic event has left the victim understandably distressed and shaken.
The police are appealing to anyone who may have been present in the park at the time of the robbery or anyone who possesses additional information that could aid the investigation to come forward.
If you have any relevant details or witnessed the incident, please contact the police at 101, quoting the crime reference number 54230049794.
Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously by calling CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.
