A 70-YEAR-OLD woman had her purse stolen from her bag whilst she was in Clydebank’s shopping centre.

Following the incident on November 5, investigating police have reminded people to be vigilant with their bags and purses when Christmas shopping.

Elsewhere, a handbag and purse was stolen from a vehicle parked in Old Kilpatrick. The vehicle was parked at the Saltings and a window was smashed before the items were snatched.

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Cops have reminded residents not to leave items unattended in their vehicles and asked any witnesses to contact 101.