A bag snatch which took place in broad daylight in Watford is being investigated by police.

On Sunday, a 29-year-old man was walking through an alleyway between Colonial Way and Orphanage Road when a man ran past and grabbed the victim’s Gucci holdall from his hand.

No threats were made and the victim was uninjured.

The suspect is described as a white man who was wearing a black hoody, black trousers and black trainers.

Police investigating the theft are now appealing for witnesses to come forward with any information which may aid their enquiries.

PC Mo Huzair, from the Safer Neighbourhood Team, said: “The route is used by a lot of people travelling to and from the business parks so it’s likely there were people in the area at the time of the incident.

“I am appealing for anyone who saw what happened, or may have seen someone running in the area while carrying a similar bag, to please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference C4/17/1584.