Woman Fights Off Knife-Wielding Burglar in Early Morning Horror

Police were scrambled to a quiet residential street in the early hours of Friday, May 20, after a brazen burglary turned violent. A woman was attacked by a man who broke into her home, threatening her with a knife.

Showing quick thinking and courage, she fought off the intruder, escaping with only minor cuts to her arm.

Police Hunt Key Witnesses and Dashcam Footage

Officers now want to speak to anyone who was in the Great Galley Close, Renwick Road, or Choats Road area between 2.30am and 4.30am on May 20.

If you spotted a suspicious man or have CCTV, dashcam, or Ring doorbell footage triggered by someone passing or entering a garden, your info could be vital.

How to Help the Investigation

  • Call police on 101
  • Quote incident number CAD 882/20May

Your tip could help catch a dangerous thief.

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