Police have launched an urgent CCTV appeal after a terrifying home invasion in Radford, Nottingham, where a woman was startled awake by an intruder in her bedroom.
The burglary occurred at around 1:55 a.m. on Saturday, 8 March 2025, at a terraced house on Denman Street West, prompting an immediate police investigation.
What Happened?
- A man entered the property while the occupants were asleep
- One woman was woken by the intruder standing in her room
- A second resident was also disturbed from another room
- The burglar made off with a hairdryer before fleeing the scene
Police Say ‘This Was Terrifying’
Detective Sergeant Frank Guddemi of Nottinghamshire Police described the incident as:
“A terrifying ordeal for the victim. Although no one was physically harmed, the emotional trauma from such an intrusion is significant.”
The burglary has been classified as opportunistic, but deeply distressing. Detectives believe the man pictured in CCTV images may have vital information.
Have You Seen This Man?
Police are appealing to the public to help identify the suspect caught on camera. The CCTV stills have been widely shared on social media platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) by local pages including @HitsEastMidNews.
? If you recognise him, call 101 quoting incident 195 of 8 March, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Staying Safe: Police Burglary Prevention Tips
Following the break-in, residents are urged to take precautionary steps:
- Lock all doors and windows, even while inside
- Install security lighting and motion detectors
- Use property marking and register valuables on Immobilise
- Report anything suspicious via Nottinghamshire Alert
The area of Radford, which houses a large student population, has seen a slight rise in burglaries, prompting ongoing campaigns like Operation Graduate to reduce nighttime break-ins.
