A MEDITERRANEAN skinned youth mugged an 81-year-old lady in broad daylight outside flats on Houghton Street on Wednesday afternoon.

The pensioner struggled to hold on to her handbag when the youth ran up to her and grabbed it but he proved too strong.

She was left shaken, but fortunately she did not sustain any serious injuries.

Police in Widnes want to speak to anyone who witnessed the attack which happened at 2.20pm, or who saw anyone suspicious running from the scene.

The offender is described as aged between 16 and 21 years, 6 ft tall and of proportionate build. He had short dark hair and was clean shaven and was wearing a blue track suit.

Anyone with information can call Widnes CID in confidence on 01244-613734 or Crimestoppers on 0800-555 111.

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