Police Notice
Appeal following Escrick distraction burglary
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a woman in her 90s was targeted by a distraction burglar at her home in Escrick.
At around 7.50pm on Saturday 20 June 2015, a young man called at the home of a 94-year-old woman in The Glade, Escrick. He engaged her in conversation and entered the house. While inside, he stole a black handbag containing bank cards and a mobile phone.
The suspect is described as white, 15 - 17 years old, between 5ft 3ins and 5ft 6ins tall, of slim build. He was clean shaven with a pale complexion and fair hair, wearing a cap and a grey or dark jacket.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for DC Peter Cooper or the York Investigation Hub. You can also email peter.cooper@northyorkshire.
If you would prefer to remain anonymous, information can be passed to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12150103709.
Officers are urging members of the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious people or vehicles in their neighbourhood, particularly those calling at the homes of older people. Please also familiarize yourself with the crime prevention advice at www.northyorkshire.police.uk/