Woman has necklace ripped from her neck in "terrifying" robbery in her own home

A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery

A 78-year-old woman has been attacked and robbed in her own home.

Police were called to reports of a robbery on Mottram Road, Tameside on Sunday afternoon (31 October 2021).

Two men had forced entry to the house and demanded money from the victim.

The men then proceeded to pin the woman down and ripped a necklace from around her neck.

They made off in a white car with a quantity of cash and jewellery.

Although the woman did not sustain any physical injuries, she was left "shaken" by the incident.

A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and remains in custody for questioning.

Detective Sergeant Abigail Thomas, of GMP's Tameside district, said: "This was a terrifying incident for the victim who was assaulted in her home - a place which should be safe.

"Although we have one man in custody, our investigation does not stop here and extensive enquiries remain ongoing.

"If anyone has any information about this robbery and those responsible, please contact police as soon as possible."

Anyone with information can contact police on 0161 856 9262, quoting incident number 1722 of 31/10/21.

Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimstoppers on 0800 555 111.

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