AN elderly man has been robbed in Waitrose car park in Alcester.

Police in the town are warning people to remain vigilant after a female approached an elderly male in Waitrose car park requesting a donation for a charity.

While the male was distracted, the female stole money from his wallet.

The incident happened around 6pm on January 4.

A police spokesman said: "Please be on the lookout and call 101 if you are or have been approached by this female."

They described her as a short, Asian female in black clothing.