A woman driving a car had her keys and handbag stolen when she stopped at traffic lights at the junction of the East Link Road and Upper Newtownards Road in east Belfast.
The incident happened at around noon today (Tuesday).
Detectives are appealing for information following the robbery.
Detective Sergeant Thompson said the driver was approached by an unknown man on the driver’s side.
“He took the keys of the vehicle and then opened the passenger side of the car and took a handbag. Although not injured, the woman was badly shaken following the incident.
“We would like to speak with anyone who witnessed the incident or who spoke to the victim at the scene, as they might assist with our enquiries,” he said.
Anyone with any information about this incident or who may be able to help with the investigation, is asked to call the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference number 814 02/06/20, or submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/