A CYCLIST stole a woman's handbag as he passed her on a Reading road.

The victim was on Northcourt Avenue, walking towards Wokingham Road, when the man riding a bike knocked into her from behind.

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As the woman stumbled, the man took her handbag and cycled off towards Ennerdale Road.

The offender is described as a young, tall man wearing a grey hooded top with the hood pulled up.

He was riding a mountain bike.

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Police have asked anyone who was in the area and believes they may have seen something, or anyone with information, to get in touch.

This can be done via TVP's online reporting form or by calling the 24-hour non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 43200031187.

The charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111.