A MUGGER targeted an elderly woman as she walked along a Radcliffe road.

The 72-year-old was walking along Bury and Bolton Road on Monday afternoon when the mugger ran up from behind and snatched her handbag, which contained a small amount of cash and personal belongings.

The thief is described as white, aged 14 to 17 and 5ft 3ins with a slim build. He had short brown hair and wore dark clothing.