Police are hunting bogus workmen who targeted a 90-year-old woman at her home in Perth and made off with her handbag.
The pair visited the victim’s property in Feus Road between 4pm and 5pm on Thursday and offered to carry out some gardening work.
But a short time afterwards, the pensioner noticed that her handbag had been stolen. It contained a purse and bank cards.
A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “Officers are keen to trace two men in connection with the incident.
“One is described as mid 20s, of thin build, light coloured short fair hair, full length beige waterproof jacket and light coloured trousers.”
He said the other was said to be short and stocky, and was wearing dark clothing and a waist length waterproof jacket.
Anyone with any information about the theft is urged to call the Tayside Division on 101 quoting CR/6005/17 or speak to any police officer. Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Hunt for bogus workers after handbag is stolen from 90-year-old Perth woman
