A despicable burglar raided the village home of a deaf and blind 93 year old as she slept in a chair.
Evil criminals crept into the home of the elderly lady during the afternoon of Tuesday May 14 while she was resting.
“The lady, who is both deaf and blind, was undisturbed by the offender who took a handbag from the house along with its contents including several hundred pounds in cash,” said Gemma Bell, Humberside Police press officer.
“The lady woke and was unable to locate her bag and the following day a wallet from the bag was found in the front garden by a carer.
“The theft was then reported to police.”
The press officer explained: “It appears the thief entered the house in Pudding Gate, Bishop Burton, through an insecure front door whilst the 93-year-old lady was resting, some time between approximately 1.15pm and 5pm.
“Officers are investigating the offence and are seeking witnesses.
“They would like to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious people in the area at the relevant time.”
Anyone who can assist police is asked to contact Humberside Police on the non emergency number 101 referring to log 295 of May 16 or alternatively call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Meanhwile, the identification of a black dog and its owner are sought, after a man was bitten, requiring stitches, in the grounds of Tickton School.
The incident happened on Good Friday at about 9.15am when the caretaker was attacked by a small black dog, thought to be some sort of staffy-cross or a pit bull.