Burglars target elderly man in brutal home invasion, steal $50,000 worth of items
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Content warning: This article explicitly mentions physical assault on the elderly, which may be distressing for some readers. Discretion is advised.
The alarming rise in home invasions targeting the elderly has once again been thrust into the spotlight following a harrowing incident in Perth, where a grandfather was brutally assaulted and robbed of $50,000 worth of gold jewellery.
This distressing event reminds us of our vulnerability and the importance of proactively safeguarding ourselves and our valuables.
In the early hours of 23 July, a 68-year-old man experienced a nightmare scenario when a group of assailants forcibly entered his Innaloo home.
While the man was asleep, the intruders, wielding metal poles and other blunt objects, subjected him to a vicious attack, stripping him of his gold jewellery, which adorned his arms, neck, and ankles.
The precious items, intended for his grandson's future, had only been in his possession for six months, making the loss even more poignant.
A neighbour, alerted by the victim, promptly contacted the authorities, but the perpetrators had fled the scene when help arrived.
In a significant development, police have since charged a 29-year-old man from Butler with multiple offences, including aggravated home burglary and armed robbery.
He is scheduled to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on 5 September.
As the investigation continues, with a vehicle seized for forensic examination and the possibility of a firearm being involved, the community is on high alert.
The police are still hunting for several suspects and are piecing together the events of that fateful morning.
‘Very disappointing because the gold was mainly for his grandson, for his future,’ he said.
The victim had owned the jewellery for just six months.
They are calling on anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area between 3:30 am and 4:40 am to come forward as they work to bring all those responsible to justice.
In related news, an 84-year-old man is said to have been attacked on a Transperth bus after stepping in to address a harassment situation involving two women.
Precious Osemwekhae, a 28-year-old resident of Beckenham, faces several assault charges in connection with the incident. For more details on this story, click here.
Have you or someone you know been affected by a similar crime? What measures have you taken to protect your home and valuables? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below.
The alarming rise in home invasions targeting the elderly has once again been thrust into the spotlight following a harrowing incident in Perth, where a grandfather was brutally assaulted and robbed of $50,000 worth of gold jewellery.
This distressing event reminds us of our vulnerability and the importance of proactively safeguarding ourselves and our valuables.
In the early hours of 23 July, a 68-year-old man experienced a nightmare scenario when a group of assailants forcibly entered his Innaloo home.
While the man was asleep, the intruders, wielding metal poles and other blunt objects, subjected him to a vicious attack, stripping him of his gold jewellery, which adorned his arms, neck, and ankles.
Perth's grandfather assaulted and robbed of $50,000 in gold jewellery. Credit: Shutterstock
The precious items, intended for his grandson's future, had only been in his possession for six months, making the loss even more poignant.
A neighbour, alerted by the victim, promptly contacted the authorities, but the perpetrators had fled the scene when help arrived.
In a significant development, police have since charged a 29-year-old man from Butler with multiple offences, including aggravated home burglary and armed robbery.
He is scheduled to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court on 5 September.
As the investigation continues, with a vehicle seized for forensic examination and the possibility of a firearm being involved, the community is on high alert.
The police are still hunting for several suspects and are piecing together the events of that fateful morning.
‘Very disappointing because the gold was mainly for his grandson, for his future,’ he said.
The victim had owned the jewellery for just six months.
They are calling on anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area between 3:30 am and 4:40 am to come forward as they work to bring all those responsible to justice.
In related news, an 84-year-old man is said to have been attacked on a Transperth bus after stepping in to address a harassment situation involving two women.
Precious Osemwekhae, a 28-year-old resident of Beckenham, faces several assault charges in connection with the incident. For more details on this story, click here.
