POLICE are appealing for help to catch a robber who attacked a 60-year-old man.

The victim was walking along a public footpath near Bridge Road, Orpington, at about 1.40pm on February 16 when he was hit on the back of the head.

His black holdall bag, mobile phone and about £800 was taken. He was taken to Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, where he received eight stitches to a wound.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information should call investigating officer PC Rob Mewis on 020 8284 8767 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.