A woman was attacked by a gang of men as she walked past a newsagents.
The 31-year-old was walking along Broadmead Avenue in Northampton from the direction of Grange Road when she was approached by the men.
One pulled her handbag causing her to fall to the floor.
The attack happened between 9.30pm and 10.20pm on Tuesday, March 12.
The men left empty handed.
One of the attackers has been described by police as ‘young’, black, about 5ft 10in and of a medium build, He wore a dark hooded top.
Witnesses can call police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.