Elderly woman attacked at home with a knife scares off the robber
The criminal was forced to flee, taking only the victim's phone with him.Per restare aggiornato entra nel nostro canale Whatsapp
He entered an elderly woman's home to steal money and jewelry, and pulled a knife on her. The perpetrator of the armed robbery is believed to be a young man, with whom a violent struggle ensued . In an attempt to disarm him, the woman, who was screaming for help, sustained injuries to her hand.
The attack took place during the night between Monday and yesterday in the Zunturinu neighbourhood, in the centre of Tortolì .
The robber escaped empty-handed, but was tracked down a few hours later by Carabinieri officers from the Lanusei branch. The investigation into the incident, which the police are maintaining the strictest confidentiality, is in its early stages, and no legal action has been taken at this time.