POLICE in Britain are hunting two men with Irish accents who targeted a ‘vulnerable’ pensioner during a distraction burglary.
Investigating officers dubbed the crime ‘despicable’ as they made an appeal for witnesses.
The incident happened at around midday last Thursday, July 26 in Wade Close, Batley, West Yorkshire.
Leak
It is believed one of two men rang the door bell and asked to check a leak in the rear garden.
As the victim took the man into the garden, another man entered through an insecure front door.
The victim, who is in his 70s, later discovered that cash and jewellery had been stolen.
One man is described as a white male, 5' 6" tall, slim build, late teens to early 20s wearing a blue and white striped top and spoke with an Irish accent.
The other man is described as a white male, stocky build, late 30s to early 40s wearing a red shirt and dark bottoms who also spoke with an Irish accent.
'Despicable'
“This was a despicable crime carried out against a vulnerable man in his own home,” said Detective Inspector Mark Atkinson of Kirklees CID.
“We would like to remind people to keep their doors locked at all times to help prevent this type of offence.
“If you are not sure if a cold caller is genuine ask to see some identification of ask their name and a contact number for their company.
“Genuine callers will not mind waiting while you check out their details.
“If you are still not sure do not open the door and report the matter to police on the 101 non-emergency number.”
Anyone with information about the burglary is asked to call police on 101 quoting 13180368955.
