CCTV released after men offer to help elderly pedestrian to taxi in Northampton before stealing bag
Two men stole a bag from an elderly pedestrian in Northampton as they offered to help him get his luggage into a taxi.
The incident happened at around 1am on Friday, October 4.
Police say an elderly man, aided by his assisted walker, walked with his luggage from Northampton train station to the town’s bus station. When he was unable to get a bus, he walked towards the taxi rank in Bradshaw Street.
A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “He was approached by two men who offered to help with his bags.
“They carried his bags to the rear of a taxi, before unbeknown to the victim, walking off with one of his bags leaving him with no means to pay for his fare.”
Officers believe the man in the image may have information which could assist with their investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. quoting incident number: 24000593910.