Police are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding a distressing burglary...

Published: 1:35 pm July 2, 2023
Updated: 10:24 pm September 7, 2025
Elderly Women Tied Up In Terrifying Home Raid In Norton, Teesside – UKNIP

Police are urging the public to come forward with any information regarding a distressing burglary that took place in Norton, where a woman in her 70s was subjected to threats and tied up. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning on July 2 at a residence on Japonica Way.

According to reports, a male intruder entered the premises and bound the victim’s arms and legs, stealing her bank card while making multiple threats. It is believed that the suspect escaped by climbing over the rear fence of the property.

The victim, who suffered facial injuries and shock, was promptly taken to the hospital for treatment. The traumatic incident has left her deeply shaken.

The male suspect is described as wearing a dark-coloured fur-lined hooded parka-style coat and grey bottomsPolice are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses CCTV footage from the area between 3am and 6am even if the clothing worn by the suspect appears different. If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact the police at 101, quoting incident number 129260.

Additionally, individuals with relevant CCTV footage can upload it via the following link: [https:///orlo.uk/6GPG0](https:///orlo.uk/6GPG0).

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