Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a purse was stolen from an address in Red Road, Wootton last week.
The light brown leather purse was stolen at some point during the day on Monday 8th August.
Hampshire Constabulary are taking the opportunity to remind people to ensure their homes are kept secured during the summer months and to be vigilant of any suspicious behaviour.
As reported by Island Echo over the weekend, a number of pieces of jewellery were stolen from a house in Shide after it was burgled on Tuesday.
Did you witness anyone acting suspiciously in the area of Red Road? Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Dave Widger at Newport CID by calling 101, quoting 44160300510.
For top tips on how to keep your homes safe this summer visit https://www.hampshire.police.uk/…/crime…/summer-safety-advice.
