Police appeal for witnesses to Aberdeen robbery

Police have appealed for witnesses after a woman had her handbag snatched in Aberdeen.

The incident happened around 7.10pm on Tuesday night on Mastrick Road.

The 48-year old woman was approached by a man who stole her handbag, before running off along New Park Place.

The suspect is about 30 and medium build with a broad face.

He has mousy brown, wavy hair with a light growth of facial hair.

He was wearing a two-tone charcoal grey hoodie with a dark trim around the light hood, dark jeans and lace-up boots.

Anyone with any information should contact police on 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.