Thieves Target Elderly Couple in Fareham – £1,000 Stolen in Daytime Snatch
Police are hunting a trio after two elderly victims, both in their 80s, were robbed in broad daylight in Fareham. Between midday and 12:35pm on Monday 3 June, an 88-year-old woman shopping in Thackeray Mall had her purse stolen from her bag. Her bank card was then used to withdraw a whopping £500.
Just minutes later at around 1pm, an 87-year-old man was duped by a man and woman near West Street at Kings Road junction. The male suspect wrapped his arms around the pensioner, started a chat – and when the victim got home, he found £500 missing from his jacket pocket.
Thankfully, neither victim was hurt. Police are investigating whether the two thefts are linked and want to speak to three people seen nearby at the time.
Police Release Suspect Descriptions
- First man: Asian, 25-35 years old, 5ft 10in, medium build, black hair. Wore sunglasses, black leather jacket, white patterned t-shirt, and carried a bag.
- Second man: Asian, early 30s, 5ft 7in, slight build, short black hair shaved at sides. Wore round glasses, blue jacket, patterned shirt, ripped jeans, black & white trainers.
- Woman: Asian, 35-40 years old, 5ft 6in, slim, black hair. Dressed in black top, black and white patterned trousers, carrying two bags.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Anyone who recognises the suspects or has information is urged to contact police. These suspects may hold vital clues to cracking the cases and returning the stolen cash.
