THREE women have been accused of attacking a pensioner after stealing her purse.
It is alleged that yesterday (February 24) Cantinca Costea, 19, and Violeta Costea, 44, both of Capworth Street, Leyton, along with homeless Luminata Mircea, 31, took the purse from the woman’s basket as she shopped at The Card Factory in Selbourne Walk shopping centre in Walthamstow at 12.25pm.
They are then accused of pushing the 64-year-old into a display stand.
Shoppers detained the trio until the police arrived.
All three have all been charged with common assault and theft.
The women are due to appear at Waltham Forest Magistrates Court today (February 25).
Police have warned shoppers to take care of their belongings.
A spokeswoman said residents could reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime by taking precautions during shopping trips.
She said: "Keep your bag strap over shoulder and hold your bag in front of you. Make sure your bag is fastened with your purse deep inside your bag or deep inside a coat or jacket pocket.
"Be aware of who’s around you, including when you are in a queue at the checkout, or whether anyone is paying you particular attention or getting too close
"Don’t leave your bag unattended over the handles of a buggy or inside a shopping trolley."
The women are due to appear at Waltham Forest Magistrates Court today (Friday February 25).
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