AN 80-YEAR-OLD woman tussled with a thief who snatched her handbag in the middle of Banbury last week.

The incident took place at 10.55am on Wednesday, October 19 in the alleyway leading from Castle Street to Majestic Wine.

The victim was walking through to School Lane when she was approached from behind by the Man, who made a grab for her bag.

A struggle ensued and the victim's bag fell to the ground. At that point the man snatched her black leather purse, which contained cash, and ran back towards Castle Street.

The victim was not seriously injured during the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to call Thames Valley Police via 101.