Police are hunting a robber who forced a woman to hand over her handbag in Brentwood.

The incident happened as the victim walked along Rose Valley. The thief pulled up alongside her in a dark coloured, Fiesta-sized car and threatened her, demanding she give him her handbag.

He is described as being in his late 20s, early 30s, slim to medium build with short blonde hair, wearing a black baseball cap.

The victim was not hurt, but left shaken by the 7.40pm incident on Monday December 18.

Police want witnesses to call DC Hayter on 01277 262212 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

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