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88 year old robbed at home
in Litherland MERSEYSIDE
Police Detectives are appealing for information after a robber stole money from
the home of an 88 year old woman, in Litherland. The man entered the house, on
Moss Lane, at about 9.50pm on Monday 4 July and pushed the pensioner to the
floor while demanding cash. After a brief search of the property he took two £5
notes and fled the scene in the direction of Litherland Moss Primary School.
Witnesses described the male as white, aged 35 40 years, unshaven and wearing a
blue beanie type hat, blue waterproof jacket and blue trousers. CCTV and
forensic opportunities have been undertaken together with house to house
enquiries in the local area and an investigation is underway. The pensioner was
taken to Hospital with suspected broken ribs and was kept in overnight.
Detective Inspector Robbie Moss said:- "Offenders like this deliberately
target the most vulnerable in our community in their own homes, a place where
they have a right to feel safe and secure. But I want to reassure the public
that Merseyside Police takes the protection of the most vulnerable members of
our communities very seriously and we will do everything we can to find the
person responsible for this. A neighbour initially saw the man we want to speak
to on Moss Lane and when they went to check on the pensioner the same male
answered the door to the house before fleeing the scene. I would appeal to
anyone who may have been in the area of Moss Lane and saw a male fitting the
description or saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area last night to get in
touch. I would also appeal to people to keep an eye on any elderly and
vulnerable neighbours and family members. If you notice anyone suspicious in the
area, always call the Police or contact your local neighbourhood policing team
for more advice.”
Anyone with information is asked to Merseyside Police on 0151 777 3835 or the
confidential Crimestoppers line on:- 0800 555 111. |
