A SERIES of thefts from patients at Barnsley Hospital are being investigated by police.

Officers want to hear from anyone who had their purse stolen while staying at the hospital between January and November this year.

A series of offences are being investigated and they need as much information as possible.

A spokesman for the hospital said: “We are aware of this matter and we are working with the police and relevant authorities as they carry out their investigations.”

Anyone who has been a victim should contact PC Lynne Bates on 07774 335089.

If no one answers, leave a message.

Alternatively, e-mail lynne.bates@southyorks.pnn.police.uk