POLICE investigating a robbery in Christchurch have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to.

The incident, in which a 48-year-old woman was pushed to the ground and had her handbag snatched, happened outside McColls Newsagents in Somerford Road at around 6.30pm on Monday, June 14. The victim suffered cuts and grazes to her hand.

The offender is about six feet tall and of average build and was wearing a light grey tracksuit top and grey tracksuit bottoms.

Police say they are very keen to speak to the man pictured in these CCTV images and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to call them on 01202 222222 or ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.