A HEAVILY pregnant woman was robbed of her handbag as she walked down a busy road.

The 22-year-old was walking along Acklam Road, Thornaby, near to the walkway leading to Teesside Retail Park, when the incident happened.

The unknown attacker made off with her handbag at around 8.45am on June 24.

The man is described as white, between 27 and 30-years-old, 5ft 10ins to 6ft, thin build, short mousy brown hair and clean shaven.

He was wearing a blue T-shirt with a collar and trainers.

Witnesses are asked to contact PC Dave Stocking, of Stockton Police, on 01642-302226.