DETECTIVES are appealing for information after a bogus official stole a wallet from an 84-year-old man in Leigh.

The man, who visited the pensioner in Glebe Street between 2 and 4pm yesterday, claimed he was from the gas board and was investigating a gas leak before stealing a wallet.

He is described as 5ft 7in tall, clean shaven, of slim build and spoke with a Liverpool accent.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Leigh CID on 0161 856 7253.