Elderly woman defends herself against attacker with her walker
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In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, a Melbourne grandmother has shown that age and mobility aids are no barriers when it comes to self-defence.
The elderly woman, who has become an unexpected hero, used her walker to fend off an alleged sexual predator during a harrowing encounter in her apartment complex.
The incident, which took place on Simmons Street in South Yarra, has sent shockwaves through the local community.
According to reports, the offender waited for 45 minutes before making his move as the woman entered a lift around 2 p.m. on April 1st.
The situation escalated rapidly when the man exposed himself to the elderly woman and followed her out of the lift to another floor, where he proceeded to sexually assault her.
Despite the fear and surprise of such an attack, her instinct to protect herself kicked in.
She cried out for help and used her walker as a means of defence.
The attacker allegedly threatened her life, saying, 'I come back and kill you.’
Her actions, combined with the timely intervention of a bystander who scared the assailant away, ultimately saved her from further harm.
The offender fled on foot, leaving the elderly woman shaken but alive. She was taken to the hospital to recover from the ordeal.
Her story is not just a tale of survival but also a stark reminder of the importance of safety and security measures in our living spaces.
The elderly woman, who had called the area home for 25 years, expressed her disappointment at the lack of security cameras in the stairwell where the assault occurred.
Such measures could have provided an added layer of protection or at least a deterrent to potential offenders.
She mentioned that the incident had left her scared to live alone and made her want to move.
Detective Senior Constable Andrew Turton, who is involved in the case, condemned the attack, emphasising that such behaviour is utterly unacceptable and particularly disturbing given its targeted nature.
‘When he was in the lift with the victim he propositioned her for for a sexual act and offered money to her for that sexual act,’ he shared.
‘This offending is not acceptable... What's more disturbing is that it appears to be targeted.’
The police have since released CCTV footage in the hopes of apprehending the man responsible for this crime.
Victoria Police described the offender in a social media post: ‘He is perceived to be of Asian appearance, in his mid-20s about 180cm tall with short shaved black hair and unkempt facial hair.’
‘He was last seen wearing a black hooded jumper with the word “Jordan” written on the back along with black pants and black sneakers,’ the police said.
For our readers at the Seniors Discount Club, this incident is a reminder to remain vigilant and to consider personal safety measures. While we hope none of you ever face such a situation, it's important to be prepared. Self-defence classes for seniors, personal alarms, and advocating for better security in your living complexes are all steps that can be taken to enhance your safety.
Anyone with information that could assist the police in their investigation may contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
We also encourage you to reach out to your local community and support networks. Together, we can look out for one another and create a safer environment for all.
This news follows growing concerns over increased violence towards women. In response, the government has allocated $925 million over five years to support women leaving abusive relationships and to combat toxic online views.
Our thoughts are with the grandmum and her family at this trying time. May justice be served.
In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, a Melbourne grandmother has shown that age and mobility aids are no barriers when it comes to self-defence.
The elderly woman, who has become an unexpected hero, used her walker to fend off an alleged sexual predator during a harrowing encounter in her apartment complex.
The incident, which took place on Simmons Street in South Yarra, has sent shockwaves through the local community.
According to reports, the offender waited for 45 minutes before making his move as the woman entered a lift around 2 p.m. on April 1st.
The situation escalated rapidly when the man exposed himself to the elderly woman and followed her out of the lift to another floor, where he proceeded to sexually assault her.
An elderly woman was attacked by an unknown man inside an apartment complex. Image source: Shutterstock
Despite the fear and surprise of such an attack, her instinct to protect herself kicked in.
She cried out for help and used her walker as a means of defence.
The attacker allegedly threatened her life, saying, 'I come back and kill you.’
Her actions, combined with the timely intervention of a bystander who scared the assailant away, ultimately saved her from further harm.
The offender fled on foot, leaving the elderly woman shaken but alive. She was taken to the hospital to recover from the ordeal.
Her story is not just a tale of survival but also a stark reminder of the importance of safety and security measures in our living spaces.
The elderly woman, who had called the area home for 25 years, expressed her disappointment at the lack of security cameras in the stairwell where the assault occurred.
Such measures could have provided an added layer of protection or at least a deterrent to potential offenders.
She mentioned that the incident had left her scared to live alone and made her want to move.
Detective Senior Constable Andrew Turton, who is involved in the case, condemned the attack, emphasising that such behaviour is utterly unacceptable and particularly disturbing given its targeted nature.
‘When he was in the lift with the victim he propositioned her for for a sexual act and offered money to her for that sexual act,’ he shared.
‘This offending is not acceptable... What's more disturbing is that it appears to be targeted.’
The police have since released CCTV footage in the hopes of apprehending the man responsible for this crime.
Victoria Police described the offender in a social media post: ‘He is perceived to be of Asian appearance, in his mid-20s about 180cm tall with short shaved black hair and unkempt facial hair.’
‘He was last seen wearing a black hooded jumper with the word “Jordan” written on the back along with black pants and black sneakers,’ the police said.
For our readers at the Seniors Discount Club, this incident is a reminder to remain vigilant and to consider personal safety measures. While we hope none of you ever face such a situation, it's important to be prepared. Self-defence classes for seniors, personal alarms, and advocating for better security in your living complexes are all steps that can be taken to enhance your safety.
Anyone with information that could assist the police in their investigation may contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
We also encourage you to reach out to your local community and support networks. Together, we can look out for one another and create a safer environment for all.
This news follows growing concerns over increased violence towards women. In response, the government has allocated $925 million over five years to support women leaving abusive relationships and to combat toxic online views.
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what's wrong with men these days ??
