A number of handbag snatches in Southport town centre have been reported over the last two days.
Three in the Derby Road/London Street area and one today (Wed 13th) on Stanley Street.
A spokesperson for Merseyside police said:
“Be aware of your surroundings and keep bags across your body to reduce risk.”
A 45 year old man from Southport was later arrested by officers in connection with a ‘pick pocket’ theft that occurred in the town centre.