A blind elderly woman has been the target of a distraction burglar in Cobham.
The 88-year-old woman, who is registered blind and needs a stick to help her walk, was burgled at her home in Coveham Crescent between 10.35am and 11.10am on April 17.
The burglar posed as a workman and told the victim he was working on an upstairs flat and needed to turn off her water to carry out the work.
She let him in and he went into the bathroom before entering other rooms.
He was then confronted by the victim and left.
After he left the pensioner discovered £400 had been taken from her purse along with antique jewellery of great sentimental value.
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Because of her disability the victim was only able to give a limited description of the burglar who is around 5ft 8in and well spoken.
“This was a despicable crime where a vulnerable elderly woman has been targeted by a cynical thief who has stolen a significant amount of money from her.
Detective Constable Damien McIntyre
Detective Constable Damien McIntyre, who is leading the investigation, said: "This was a despicable crime where a vulnerable elderly woman has been targeted by a cynical thief who has stolen a significant amount of money from her.
"Fortunately the victim in this case was not harmed but it was obviously a very traumatic ordeal for her to go through.
"Police are taking proactive steps to protect the victim in the future, including regular visits and patrols in the area by the Safer Neighbourhood Team."
Anyone with information should contact D Con McIntyre at Staines CID on 0845 125 2222, quoting reference EL/08/438 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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