An 82-year-old woman fell victim to a ride-by handbag snatcher on Wednesday evening.

According to the Police, the senior was walking along Cobbs Hill Road in Warwick when an unknown man on a motorcycle grabbed her green bag from her shoulder.

The man made off with the bag, which contained cash and personal items.

The victim was not injured.

The culprit is described as wearing black clothing, a black helmet and riding a black motorcycle.

Inquiries into this incident are underway.

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with any information to contact the Somerset Criminal Investigation Unit on 234-1010 or the main Police number, 295-0011.