Renewed Appeal to Quatt Robbery

A number of calls have already been received by police in connection with the incident, which happened in Quatt at about 8.40pm on Sunday.

A man in his 80s was assaulted with his own walking stick by one of three offenders, two of whom forced their way into the home he shares with his wife and demanding cash.

Both victims were then held in their living room while the second man searched the house. Jewellery and a purse are among the items believed to have been stolen.

Detective Constable Will Quan, who is investigating the robbery, said the offenders are believed to have driven off in a vehicle without its lights on towards Bridgnorth following the attack.

“Two of them men forced their way in while a third waited outside as a ‘look-out’,” he said.

“They used torches, as there are no street lamps along that stretch of road, and the one keeping watch outside was seen shining his torch up and down the road.

“The A442 busy road and it is very likely that someone would have driven past and the time and possibly seen these persons at the address.

“We believe they made off at speed in a car towards Bridgnorth without its lights on, so anyone who might have passed such a vehicle is also urged to contact us on 0300 333 3000.”

DC Quan thanked those who had already contacted police and said a number of new lines of enquiry were being followed up as a result.

“This remains an active investigation and I am keen to hear from anyone who might be able to assist, even if they consider what they may have seen or heard might not be significant,” he added.

“Information can be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you know something but are worried about being identified.”

The couple, who are in their 80s, were left shaken and upset by the incident and the man needed treatment at the scene for a minor head injury.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0300 333 3000 or the anonymous Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.