Caught on CCTV: Man sought by police after 94-year-old conned out of more than £600
This CCTV footage shows a man suspected of conning a 94-year-old man out of more than £600 after claiming his car had been clamped outside the pensioner's home.
The man knocked on the pensioner's door asking if he could use a telephone, claiming his car had been clamped outside.
Once inside, the thief asked for money to free his car and the elderly man handed over £220. Before leaving, the greedy offender then took a further £440 from the man's wallet.
The elderly gentleman realised he had been a victim of theft shortly after the man left his home, on Hob Moor Road, Small Heath, at around 3pm on November 29.
The man in question is described as white, in his late 20s, around 5ft 10in tall, of heavy build, with short to medium length dark hair. He wore dark clothing and spoke with a Birmingham accent.
Detective Constable Ben Allen who is investigating the burglary said: "This is a very sad and distressing crime, where a thief has singled out a very elderly, vulnerable man and stolen money from his home.
"Luckily the man was captured on CCTV arriving at the man's home and we now urge anyone who recognises him to contact us as soon as possible.
"Thankfully the man was not harmed but was very distressed by what happened."
Anyone with information should contact the police on 101 or speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
