E-FITS after elderly woman robbed of 'irreplaceable' jewellery in south London home

The victim was at home in the Kelsey Park area at the time

E-FIT images of two suspects have been released
Author: Aileen O'SullivanPublished 25th Jul 2023
Last updated 25th Jul 2023

Police have released E-FIT images of two suspects after a 91-year-old woman was robbed in her Beckenham home in a distraction burglary.

The victim was at home in the Kelsey Park area at around 2pm on Tuesday, 27th of June when two men knocked on the door and pretended to be there to repair a leak in the boiler.

While she was distracted they conducted a search of her home before fleeing.

They stole jewellery including a locket that had been given to the victim by her parents on her 18th birthday. It included pictures of her late mother and father inside. A number of bracelets were also stolen.

Police say that extensive enquiries have taken place, but that there have been no arrests.

Horrible Ordeal

Detective Sergeant Sarah Francis, said: "This horrible ordeal has left this elderly woman feeling utterly helpless.

"The stolen locket especially is of enormous and irreplaceable sentimental value. I urge any local people, or jewellers, who may have been offered such an item for sale, to please contact us immediately."

Anyone who has information that could help police should call 101 reference CAD 5016/27JUN.

To remain 100% anonymous contact the independent Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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