CCTV images released after elderly Telford couple robbed in their home
Police have released CCTV images following a robbery in Telford in which a terrified couple in their 70s were threatened by masked thugs who forced their way into their home and demanded money.
The robbery happened at about 9.30am on Saturday, November 7, at the couple's home in East Road, Ketley Bank.
A 39-year-old man from Telford has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary in connection with the incident and has been bailed to return to the police station on December 18.
A police spokesman said: "The masked robbers forced entry to the home and made an untidy search of the property. The victims, a couple in their 70s, were threatened during the robbery and money was also demanded.
"The offenders took various other items of property belonging to the victims before leaving the address, heading in the direction of Greyhound Hill."
The robbers have been described as three white men, ranging in height between approximately 5ft 6ins and 6ft, of average build and wearing dark clothing.
DC Paul Drury of West Mercia Police said: "Since our initial appeal to the community for information we have obtained CCTV of three individuals that were seen in the area before and after the offence.
"We appreciate that the image is not of the best quality. However, we are eager to hear from anyone who may be able to identify them and urge potential witnesses to come forward by calling West Mercia Police on 101, quoting incident number 206s of November 7. Don't forget you can also give information without giving your name by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org
