Elderly Woman Targeted in Broad Daylight ATM Bag Snatch in Walmley
A woman in her late 80s was left shaken after thieves snatched her bag from her trolley moments after she withdrew cash from an ATM in Walmley just after 10am this morning.
Thieves Make Quick Getaway
The crooks jumped into a car and sped off. Police sprang into action, broadcasting the vehicle’s registration to officers on the hunt.
High-Speed Chase Ends Near Robin Hood Island
Later that afternoon, the stolen car triggered an ANPR camera on Stratford Road. Officers tailed the vehicle, which ignored instructions to stop. Forced to act, police deployed a stinger to halt the suspects near Robin Hood island.
Five Suspects Including a Child in the Car
- Two arrested: a 24-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, both held on suspicion of robbery
- Vehicle seized for further forensic investigation
The elderly victim was comforted by supermarket staff after the ordeal and has since been taken safely home.
Police Seek Witnesses
If you witnessed the incident, contact police via 101, quoting log 1286 of 25/3. Alternatively, provide info anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
