A WOMAN has had her bag stolen while she had collapsed.

The 66-year-old victim from Pitsea collapsed inside Primark in Town Square, Basildon, sometime between 11.30am and 12pm on Monday September 26.

While she was being treated, her black handbag, containing a purse and cash, was stolen from her shopping trolley.

Pc Matt Savvides said: "This was particularly callous to steal from a woman who was clearly ill and already in distress.

"I would appeal to anyone who saw what happened or anyone acting suspiciously to please get in touch.”

Contact 101 with information.