Thieves ransack room in Kew home while elderly victim sleeps

12th July 2020
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Burglars have ransacked a home in Kew overnight, including a room where the elderly home-owner lay asleep.

The incident took place on Cheltenham Way in Kew on Saturday night.

The thieves reportedly: “went through every draw in every room – including the bedroom – whilst the elderly occupant was asleep.”

A family friend warned: “Make sure your doors and windows are properly secured.”

It is believed that CCTV captured images of two thieves and the vehicle used to attend the break-in.

Police have been informed and an investigation is now underway.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101.