A pensioner had a handbag containing sentimental items stolen when she was robbed in a Blackheath gully.

The 78-year-old was attacked from behind shortly after getting off a bus in Powke Lane just after 2pm on Friday March 23.

Her assailant is described as a white male, of thin build, about 16 years of age and around 5ft tall.

He wore a scarf which shielded his face and ran back up the passage in the direction of Powke Lane following the incident.

Anyone with information should call Old Hill police station on 0121 656 9081 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.