Burglars subject 85 year-old Derbyshire man to threats and violence during home break-in

Two men used threats and violence against an 85 year-old Derbyshire man while demanding cash and making off with sentimental jewellery.

By The Newsroom

Published 8th Nov 2016, 08:59 BST

Updated 16th Nov 2016, 15:29 BST

The burglars broke into his home while he was asleep upstairs on November 5 at 1.25am.

Police would like to trace a car which was seen to drive up Long Lane, Charlesworth, where the elderly man lives, and into Church Fold, around 1am.

Possibly the same car then drove out of Church Fold and towards Marple.

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Laura Higginbottom on 101 quoting reference number 16000354581.

Alternatively, send her a message online by visiting www.derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.

You can also phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.