Thefts from handbags

In the first case on Monday, December 28, a woman lost her Apple Iphone while she was in a lounge bar.

The phone was taken from her handbag while the woman was enjoying a night out.

In the second case, another woman, in a separate bar, reported the theft of her purse from her handbag. She is said to have lost 147 in cash.

Police are appealing for information and the number to call is 0845 600 8000 or Crimestoppers on freephone 0800 555 111.