Wokingham

Police are appealing for witnesses to a distraction burglary that took place in Wokingham.

A man and a woman gained entry to secure accommodation in Alderman Willey Close, between 6.30pm and 7.40pm on Wednesday (16/8), via the intercom system.

They then gained access to an elderly lady’s flat, pushing her aside and making claims about working for the ‘water board’ and checking problems in the property.

The offenders then searched the 92-year-old victim’s handbag but they left empty handed after being disturbed by other residents.

Det Con Pete Scott, from Loddon Valley CID, who is leading the Wokingham investigation, said: “The victim in this case is an elderly female and as such a vulnerable member of our community.

“We are focused on tracing the two offenders responsible for this serious incident.

“I would appeal to anyone who has any information about this incident to contact me as soon as possible.”

The man is white, 25 years-old, stocky, with dark coloured hail with a side parting. He was clean shaven and was wearing a yellow jacket.

The woman is white, 20-21 years-old, 5ft 6ins, slim, with dark hair cut close to her skin, a pale complexion and dark eyes. She was wearing a long sleeved white T-shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with any information about this incident should contact Det Con Scott via 0845 8 505 505.

Alternatively, if you don’t want to speak to the police or leave your name, please contact the Crimestoppers charity via 0800 555 111.

Crime prevention and home security advice is available on the Thames Valley Police website at www.thamesvalley.police.uk/reduction/saferhomes/safehome/index.htm

Thames Valley Police ~ Wokingham