Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an attempted bag snatch in Carnforth on Monday (28th February).
The incident happened around 10.30am on Market Street outside the post office. The 45 year old victim was approached from behind by a man who took hold of the rucksack he was carrying and tried to pull it from his possession. Luckily for the victim he was unsuccessful and fled the scene.
He is described as 5ft 6inches tall, aged in his early 20s with strawberry blonde hair. He was wearing a cream coloured top with blue stripes.
DC Rachel Killinger from Lancaster CID said: “I would appeal to anybody that witnesses this incident or with any information to contact Lancaster police on 01524 596634 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”