A WOMAN'S handbag was stolen while she manned a stall at a church fete.

The incident occurred in Grove Road, Mangravet, Maidstone. The handbag had been was wrapped around a chair behind the stall.

It contained a purse, mobile phone and other property. The theft happened between 2.30pm and 2.45pm last Friday.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Maidstone and Malling Police on 01622 608189, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 – this call is free and confidential.

* A black and beige rucksack was stolen from a van parked in Barleycorn in Leybourne, between 10.30am and 10.40am last Thursday. The bag contained cash, keys and documents.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police on 01622 608189, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 – this call is free and confidential.

Police advise nothing of value is left in an unattended vehicle.