POLICE have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the theft of a pensioner's purse.

A woman in her 70s, was in the Co-operative store on Parr Stocks Road, where it is believed she dropped a black purse.

A man was seen to pick up an item from the floor of the shop, near to where the purse was dropped, before immediately leaving the store.

The incident happened just after 3.30pm on Wednesday, June 7.

Officers have issued CCTV images of a man who they believe could help them with their enquiries.

Anyone who recognises the man, or the man himself, is asked to contact Merseyside Police on 0151 777 6885 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.