An 85-year-old woman with dementia injured during a break-in at her Dumbarton home is in a serious condition in hospital.
Officers investigating the “sickening” incident confirmed the severity of her injuries as they reappealed for information to help snare her attacker.
Still Game star spotted filming latest venture on Luss pier
In particular, they are asking for anyone who may have seen the culprit with a garden parasol in his possession around the time of the offence, to come forward,
We revealed yesterday (Wednesday) how the woman was readmitted to hospital following the “despicable” act at her property in Hawthornhill Road in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Dumbarton OAP, 85, injured in attempted home raid readmitted to hospital
Putting out an additional appeal for information, Detective Inspector Ogilvie Ross of Clydebank Police Office said: “My officers have been carrying out extensive enquiries into this sickening incident and we are determined to trace the man responsible for this appalling crime as soon as possible.
“We would appreciate any assistance the public can give us, and are re-appealing to anyone with information to come forward.
“The suspect is described as around 6ft in height and of slim build. He was wearing dark-coloured clothing. He was last seen heading off in the direction of Castlehill Road. We believe he may have left the address with a large garden parasol, and I would urge anyone who saw someone in the area acting suspiciously, possibly carrying this item, or anyone who found or saw a parasol discarded to please contact us.
“No matter how insignificant you think the information you hold is, get in touch.
“Additional police patrols remain in the area to provide reassurance and anyone with concerns should speak to officers.”
Tributes paid to 'kind and generous' man found in Loch Lomond
The woman’s condition is described as serious but stable.
Anyone with information can contact police on 101.
For more local news, click here
