CCTV of a man who may have vital information to a Rutherglen robbery investigation has been released.

Police believe the man in the pictures may be able to assist with their enquiries.

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Around 4.20pm on December 23, an elderly woman was at the corner of Stonelaw Road at Greenhill Road when she was robbed of her handbag.

She was left badly shaken by the incident.

The man in the images is described as white, 5ft8, medium build with balding grey hair, wearing a blue polo shirt, navy bomber styled jacket, dark jeans and black trainers.

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Anyone who recognises the man is asked to contact Rutherglen Police Station via 101, quoting incident number 2814.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.

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