Woman in 90s traumatised following 'despicable' burglary in Belfast

By Q Radio News

A woman in her 90s has been left badly shaken after after scaring off would-be burglars in Belfast. 

The property on the Falls Road was targeted at around 8.30pm last night. 

The pensioner went out to investigate a banging noise when a woman tried to get inside, but her shouts for help forced the assailant, and another man, to make off on foot. 

Detective Sergeant Moore said: “The woman was disturbed by a banging noise and, when she later thought it safe to open her door to investigate, a female tried to enter the house. 

“The occupant shouted for help and, at this stage, the suspect made off on foot, accompanied by a male.

 “This was a cowardly and despicable act, which has left the victim understandably badly shaken.

 “The intrusion happened at a time when people would have been out and about, going about their business.” 

DS Moore is appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. 

 “We’re particularly keen to hear from anyone who noticed a couple – a man and woman – walking along the Falls Road in the direction of Milltown Cemetery at around 8.40pm. 

“The man is described as being approximately 5’ 7” in height, of slim build and wearing a red top. 

“The woman is described as being aged in her 20s, of similar height, and wearing a white t-shirt.”