85-year-old woman injured following break-in in Dumbarton
The incident took place in the early hours of this morning.
Last updated 14th Apr 2019
An 85-year-old woman has been left injured following a break-in at her home in Dumbarton.
A man broke into the property on Hawthornhill Road between 1.45am and 2.45am this morning.
The 85-year-old woman, who has dementia, sustained injuries to her face and head during the incident and was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
The suspect is described as male, around 6ft, of slim build and was wearing dark clothing. He made off on foot towards Castlehill Road. It is unknown whether to he stole anything.
Detective Constable Iain Allison, Clydebank Police Office, said:
"To break-in and cause injuries to one of the most vulnerable members of our community in the middle of the night is an absolutely despicable act. The woman’s physical injuries will heal but this terrifying experience will no doubt stay with her.
"We will be doing everything in our power to find the person responsible, we are currently looking for any CCTV in the area and are making door to door enquiries.
"We would ask anyone who may have any information to get in touch with us. Did you hear anything through the night? Were you out last night and only returning home around these hours? Did you seen anyone?
"Any small piece of information could lead us to find the man responsible.
"Officers will be carrying out extra patrols in the area and if you have any concerns you are encouraged to speak to them or contact us via 101."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Police via 101, quoting incident number 0725 of Sunday 14 April 2019. Alternatively you can contact CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where information can be given in confidence