A 14-year-old girl and a 42-year-old man have been charged the robbery of a pensioner.

The teenager and Gabriel Dragomir, 42, of Rectory Grove, Croydon, are accused of robbing the 89-year-old in the town centre on July 9. 

The pair, who were arrested in George Street last week, will appear at Croydon Crown Court on August 19. 

The girl was released on bail following an appearance at Croydon Magistrates' Court on Wednesday (August 5). 

The man was remanded in custody.