A WOMAN’S handbag was stolen while she waited at a bus stop.

The 38-year-old victim had placed three shopping bags and her handbag on the floor while she sat down and made a phone call as she waited for a bus on Wigan Road in Leigh.

The unknown offender then ran up to her and grabbed the handbag before running off and turning left onto Banks Court.

The man is described as white and was wearing blue jeans with a black top which was covering his face.

Police are appealing for witnesses and ask anyone who may have witnesses the incident to call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.