GWENT Police are appealing for information after two robberies happened in the Abertillery area.

A 68-year-old woman was walking along Gray Street on October 22 just before 8pm when a man stole her handbag and ran off in the direction of Powell Street.

The woman was unharmed but her bag contained a small amount of cash and Park Hamper vouchers.

The other incident happened on Powell Street on November 6 at around 10am.

A 75-year-old woman was walking when a man approached her and stole her shopping later.

The man ran off down the back of Powell Street where the trolley was later found.

A purse containing cash had been stolen but the woman was unharmed.

Gwent Police said local officers are increasing patrols in the area.

Anyone with information should call the police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.