A WOMAN who was asked for assistance in a Marks & Spencer store later realised her purse was missing, and a card had been used.

At about 1pm on February 29, the victim, a woman in her fifties, was in the Queen Street store when she was approached by two women asking for help reaching items from a shelf.

Later that day, the victim noticed her purse was missing, and a card had been used.

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Investigating officer, Detective Constable Lee Dix, said: "I am releasing the image of these two women as I believe they may have information about the incident.

"If you recognise these women, or if you believe it is you in the image, please get in touch with police by making a report online, quoting reference 43200069996.

"Please only call 101, if you do not have access to the internet.

"Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."