This woman is being hunted by police over the theft of a woman’s purse in a Hornchurch pub.

The 40-year-old victim had left it unattended on the bar at the Fatling and Firkin, High Street, for a short period of time when another customer picked it up, put in her handbag and left.

The theft happened on Saturday August 22 at 12.50pm.

Anyone with information or who can identify this woman should call police at Havering on 101 quoting reference 5413061/15.

Alternatively, to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.