Purse containing only picture of Second World War wedding stolen from Lillington woman in 90s

A purse containing the only picture that a Lillington woman in her 90s has of her Second World War wedding has been stolen.

The incident happened some time between 11pm on Saturday, May 30 and 6.45am on Sunday, May 31 when the suspect is believed to have broken into a property in the Stockton Grove area and stolen the purse.

The purse is described as a medium sized black women’s purse with two zip compartments, containing cash, cards, the photo pictured along with another photo of a woman wearing RAF uniform, and a handwritten note.

The items contained in the purse are of great sentimental value, and the photo (pictured) is the only photo the victim has of her wedding during the war.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen or located the purse and/or any of the items inside that are described above.

They would also like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could help with enquiries.

Anyone with any information is asked to call Warwickshire Police on 101 and ask for PSI Dee Urquhart, quoting incident number 134 of May 31

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.