A MAN made off with cash from a woman’s bag after grabbing it from behind as she made her along a Frome street.

The victim, in her 20s, was making her way along Gentle Street at between 1.30am and 2am on August 27 when the incident unfolded.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said a man approached her from behind.

“The man attempted to steal her bag and, following a struggle, he made off with cash from the bag,” they added.

The offender is described by the victim as around 6ft tall, wearing a black and white tracksuit and a balaclava.

“Thankfully, the victim did not sustain any injuries but she is understandably shaken by what happened,” the spokesperson went on.

Anyone with information regarding the incident should contact police on 101, quoting incident number 5223207883. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.