Woman robbed of handbag in Methil

Detectives are appealing for information after a woman was robbed of her handbag in Methil.

At around 10pm on Tuesday, 18 March, 2025 the woman was walking her dog in Kirkland Drive area of the village when she was approached by a man dressed in dark clothing.

He tried to take her handbag and after a struggle made off with it in the direction of Methilhaven Road.

Detective Sergeant Mark Millar said : “This was a very upsetting incident for the woman and we are keen to trace the man described or speak to anyone who knows who they are.

“In addition, if you have private CCTV or were driving in the area around 10pm on Tuesday and have dash-cam that could assist officers, then please contact us.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3787 of 18 March, 2025, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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