EXMOUTH police are again warning shoppers and the elderly to keep their bags safe after a purse was stolen from a mobility walker in The Parade.

EXMOUTH police are again warning shoppers and the elderly to keep their bags safe after a purse was stolen from a mobility walker in The Parade.

The message comes a month after a similar theft in the Magnolia Centre.

The theft took place sometime in the late afternoon on Monday November 2.

PCSO Karen Capey said: "Please ensure that you do not leave your purse or bag visible or unattended whilst out shopping."

The PCSO urged anyone with concerns regarding purse thefts to contact her or PCSO Colin Balch on 08452 777 444, quoting KE/09/3279.