AN ELDERLY woman has been mugged in Glasgow city centre.
The 76-year-old pensioner was walking along Stockwell Street around 1.10pm on October 2 when the incident occurred.
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STV reports three women threatened the woman before stealing her purse, which included her pension and a picture of her late husband.
It is understood she was transported to hospital as a precaution but was treated and released.
She is said to be extremely shaken and upset.
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A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "An investigation is underway following reports of a theft from an elderly woman on Stockwell Street around 1.10pm on October 2.
"Enquiries are ongoing."
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