Lincolnshire Police is appealing for help to identify a man wanted in connection with a stolen purse.

Police said today: "We've taken a report that a lady in her 70s had her purse stolen from her handbag while shopping in Lidl, Watergate, Grantham.

"The women's purse contained her Covid-19 vaccination card, bank cards and cash. One of the bank cards has been used on-line causing further distress.

"We would like to speak to the man in the image who we believe may have relevant information in connection with our inquiries. He is described as having short black hair, wearing a black plastic coat, black jogging bottoms which have markings on left hand side knee and black/red trainers with white soles.

"The incident happened on Friday 5th February, just after 4pm. Despite the officer's inquiries to trace the man he remains unidentified.

"We would like to hear from you if you have any information that could assist the enquiry. "

Lincolnshire Police said people can contact them by email at [email protected] , citing reference incident 310 on 5th February in the subject box.

People can also ring them on the our non-emergency number 101, quoting incident 310 of 5th February.

And through the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

Lincolnshire Police added: "If you've been the victim of crime, support is available, whether you have reported the crime to the police or not. Victim Lincs provide free, confidential advice and guidance, as well as access to specialist emotional support services.

"Visit victimlincs.co.uk or call 01522 947510 Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm."