Falmouth police are warning Packet readers to be wary of pickpockets after one was caught in the act this week.

Sergeant Martin Roberts urged the public to keep their wallets or purses “tucked away” and out of sight, especially now the summery weather is on its way and people are spending more time outside.

“Be very mindful when you go out,” he said, “I don’t want to see suddenly a lot of victims of crime in regards to pickpockets.”