A 54-year-old woman had her handbag stolen from the boot of her car in Tesco's car park in Peel Way, Bury, on Saturday.
She was loading her shopping into her car when a man approached her from behind and took the bag.
Two passers-by chased the thief who dropped the handbag before escaping.
He was white, aged about 20, 6ft 3in tall, wearing a baseball cap and dark clothing.
Police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to come forward , particuarly one of the men who chased the offender. He has not yet come forward.
Call Bury on 0161 856 8150 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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