A WOMAN is appealing for the return of her handbag after it was stolen in Warndon Villages.

A thief broke into a car and took the bag at about 12.30am this morning (Monday) from Cartwright Avenue, The Harleys, Warndon Villages.

The person responsible for the break-in was caught by police nearby after a neighbour noticed suspicious activity.

They were in possession of the owner's cards when they were caught, however, it is believed they discarded the handbag.

It contained a large black purse and various items such as make up, a small license wallet and perfume inside.

The bag has brown leather straps, a green and brown grid pattern and brown leather patches at the bottom corners.

Anyone with information about the bag's whereabouts should call police on the non-emergency number 101.