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Police appeal to find burglar who preyed on dementia victim

Police are appealing to the public to help them identify a man who entered the flat of a woman in her 80 with dementia, in Chorlton.

At around 5am on Sunday, the man was believed to have taken a handbag with belongings inside. This was captured on a camera installed in the Corkland Road property.

The man was wearing a black mask covering the bottom of his face, dark blue jeans, gloves, a dark jacket and a grey baseball cap.

Police are appealing for witnesses who may know who the man (pictured) is, or who may have seen something.

Sergeant Kevin Thomas, of the GMP City of Manchester South Neighbourhood Crime Team, said: “A vulnerable elderly lady has had her belongings taken while she slept in her own home. 

“An opportunist took advantage of her vulnerability and entered her property, where she should be safe and secure, and her family should feel assured that she is. 

“The suspect has been captured on a camera installed within the living room of the flat and we are urging anyone who thinks they know who the man pictured is, or who may have seen something suspicious at around 5am on Sunday morning, to get in touch with us.”

You can call police on 101 quoting log number 3006 of 08/12/24, or submit a report through a LiveChat function on www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Helen Greaney
Helen Greaney
I'm a journalist with more than 18 years' experience on local, regional and national newspapers, as well as PR and digital marketing. Crime and the courts is my specialist area but I'm also keen to hear your stories concerning Manchester and the greater North West region.
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