The incident happened between 10.30pm and 10.45pm on Monday (June 30) on the footpath between Pelham Terrace and Landport Road, near the Pells footbridge in Lewes.
Sussex Police said the victim, a woman in her 20s, was approached by a man who had a knife and demanded that she empty her bag and purse. She dropped her belongings and fled the scene.
Items including cash and personal belongings were taken.
An e-fit of the suspect has been issued to assist with the investigation.
The suspect is described as being tall, around 6ft5in, of slim build with a bald head, no facial hair and brown eyes. He was wearing a grey Adidas hoodie with the three-stripe logo on one of the sleeves, a blue tracksuit, grey/ black trainers and black gloves.
A force spokesman said: “Anyone who recognises the individual or has information that may help officers with their enquiries is asked to contact police online or by calling 101, quoting serial 779 of 01/07.”
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