Shocking Robbery at Pensioner’s Home in Hartley

Kent Police are hunting a thug who targeted an elderly woman in her 80s during a brazen robbery at her Hartley home.

Violent Attack During Daylight Hours

At around 2pm on Tuesday 3 March 2020, a man barged into a house near Church Road and demanded cash from the pensioner. He then shoved her to the floor, causing a painful shoulder injury.

The attacker threatened to cause further harm before fleeing with a purse containing a sum of money.

Suspect Description Released

  • White male, approx. 25 years old
  • About 6ft tall, proportionate build
  • Short hair
  • Wearing dark jeans and a long-sleeved jumper

Police Urge Witnesses to Speak Up

If you saw anything or have any information, contact Kent Police on 01622 604 100 quoting crime reference 46/40529/20. Help bring this callous criminal to justice.

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