A man who followed and tried to snatch a pensioner’s handbag during a violent attack in Dartford has been jailed.

Ricky Whiskin, 35, followed a 65-year-old woman when she left a cafe in Fleetdale Parade in September 2016.

When the victim entered Dale Walk, Whiskin snatched her handbag despite the victim’s best efforts to keep hold of it.

Whiskin, of no fixed address, ran off with the bag into Beesdale Walk.

Investigating officer, detective constable Steven Brown said: “This was a particularly violent attack on a vulnerable woman that has left her very shaken up.

“Whiskin showed no concern for his victim as he made off with her property and he should consider the impact his actions have had while he is in prison.

“I would like to commend the victim for her bravery throughout the course of this investigation.”

On Monday, June 12 Whiskin appeared before Maidstone Crown Court where he pleaded guilty to robbery.

He was sentenced to four years in prison.