Police issue E-Fit following distraction burglary in Telford
Police have today released an E-Fit image of a man they want to trace in connection with a distraction burglary in Telford.
The image, which has been created using the latest software technology, is of one of two men who called at the home of an elderly person in Chockleys Drive in Leegomery between 12.35pm and 1.20pm on Tuesday.
An unknown man rang the front door intercom saying he was delivering a parcel. When the occupant opened the front door, the man barged his way into the property and kept the victim busy in one of the rooms.
Meanwhile, a second man sneaked inside and went in and out of a number of rooms. The victim became aware of the second man and told them both to leave.
The occupant then discovered that the property had been searched and that £70 was missing from a wallet.
The two males are described as white, with thin faces and short, dark coloured hair. It is believed they were aged around 16 to 18 years-old, around 5ft 8ins tall and of stocky/athletic build. They were wearing black or dark blue coloured clothing, top and bottoms. They were last seen walking along the footpath out of Chockleys Drive towards Chockleys Meadow.
Detective Constable Steve Clark, of Telford CID, said: "The victim has helped us to compile a good image of the initial offender. We would ask people to study the picture and descriptions and to contact us if they have any idea who these men might be.
"We also want to hear from anyone else who was in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious that could help us with our enquiries."
He added: "Distraction burglary is a despicable crime that usually affects the elderly. We would urge elderly people and their families and neighbours to be aware and to be on their guard.
"If a stranger calls at your door, do not let them in unless you have received prior notification that they will be calling.
"People who commit these crimes target the elderly and more vulnerable members of our communities so if you see anything that raises your suspicions in your neighbourhood then please contact police."
Information in relation to Tuesday's distraction burglary should be passed to Detective Constable Steve Clark on 0300 333 3000. Alternatively information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
