A WARNING has been issued to shoppers in the Borders after handbags were swiped from two supermarket trolleys.

Both incidents happened at the Sainsbury's store in Kelso last Thursday.

Two women, who were shopping at the time in the store, had their bags taken while left unattended in the trolleys.

Officers believe the incidents are linked and are conducting inquiries to trace those responsible.

PC Cara Pearson said: "We are currently working with the store to view their CCTV and establish if we can identify the culprits.

"Any shoppers who were within the premises on Thursday, April 20 and believe they saw anything suspicious should contact police immediately.

"We would also remind the public to take care with their possessions when shopping and ensure they do not leave any items of value unattended or in easy reach of would-be thieves.

"A range of crime prevention advice is available on our website at www.scotland.pnn.police.uk."

Anyone with information can contact the inquiry team via 101 and quote incident numbers 3150 or 3450. Alternatively, a call can be made to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.