Friday 31 July 2020

Octogenarian Targeted By Burglar: CCTV Image Released

Police are hunting this suspected burglar, who targeted an octogenarian woman in south-east London.

The raider, who forced his way through the 83 year-old pensioner's front door, pretended he was seeking work when discovered.

He struck at 8,45pm on June 19 at an address in the Cray Valley West area of Orpington, Bromley.

The victim was in her home address when she heard a bang and was then confronted by a male.

The suspect spoke to her and asked: “Do you want any work done?” 

The victim said no, and the suspect left the address.

No arrests have been made.

The suspect is described as a white male, of a skinny build with balding, brown/ginger hair. 

He was wearing a light brown jacket, jeans, blue cleaning gloves and a face mask.

Detective Constable Ben Briselden of Bromley CID, who is leading the investigation, has said: “We have today released CCTV footage of a man I wish to speak to in connection to the burglary and I am appealing for the public’s help to identify his whereabouts.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting CAD reference 7705/19JUN20.

To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers via crimestoppers-uk.org or phone on 0800 555 111.

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