Dorset Police release CCTV image of woman sought in connection with handbag stolen from King’s Arms Hotel, Christchurch

POLICE have released a CCTV picture of a woman they are looking for after a handbag was stolen from a Christchurch hotel.

The bag was taken from a staff office at the King’s Arms Hotel in Castle Street on Sunday 5th May, at around 4.10pm.

It contained a pair of trainers, headphones and cash.

Police community support investigator Mike Cannings, of Bournemouth police, said: “An investigation is under way to try to recover the victim’s property.

“As part of my enquiries, I have obtained CCTV images of a woman I would like to identify and I would ask anyone with information regarding her identity to please come forward.”

Information can be given by calling 101, quoting reference 55240067132, or online at www.dorset.police.uk

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org