An elderly man’s Rolex watch was taken from his wrist by two women who approached him on the street.

The man was walking alone on Thame High Street between 2.20 to 3pm on Monday, May 15 when he was approached by two European women in their 30s with a clipboard.

The women ‘instigated physical contact’ which allowed them to steal the man’s watch.

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A police spokesman said: “Priority Crime Team, Abingdon are appealing for witnesses after an incident of theft on the High Street in Thame.

"We are requesting residents and businesses to review CCTV and doorbell footage in the area."

Those with relevant information are asked to call 101 quoting the reference number 43230212848.