Woman mugging in Moreton (From Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard)

Woman mugging in Moreton

A WOMAN was taken to hospital after being mugged during an early morning visit to her local petrol station.

The 58-year-old was walking along a footpath next to Redesdale Place, Moreton-In-Marsh, when she was approached by two men, at around 7am on Friday.

After an initial conversation, the woman was pushed to the ground and the duo fled with her black leather purse.

Police spokesman Steve Partridge said: "The victim was left very shaken. She was taken to hospital and treated for injuries to her right knee and ankle."

One of the attackers is described as around 5ft 7in tall, with black hair, of slim build, and was wearing light blue jeans, a black jacket and black woollen gloves.

The other is described as around 5ft 9in tall, with black hair and was wearing dark coloured jeans and black woollen gloves.

Both are white and aged around 18 to 20 years old.

Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them.