Elderly man held at knifepoint on his doorstep during 'terrifying' Netherton robbery
An elderley man has been held at knifepoint and was cut on the face during a robbery at his home in Netherton.
A man knocked on the 70-year-old's door in St Peters Road and pleaded for cash to take his dog to the vets ? but when the sob story failed the unwanted caller pulled out a knife and pushed it under the man's chin.
He suffered a two-inch cut ? an injury that required hospital treatment ? as he was shoved backwards into the hallway and threatened to hand over money.
The heartless thief went on to steal a wallet containing £115 in notes and £8 in loose change from the kitchen.
The suspect has been described as white or Asian, 30-35 years old, about 5ft 10ins tall of medium build. He has short black scruffy hair and was unshaven with a black scruffy beard. He spoke with a northern accent, possibly from the Newcastle area. He was wearing a dark blue quilted jacket and a black or navy trousers.
Detective Constable Simon Willmott said: "Thankfully the injury sustained by the victim was not serious but it was a terrifying ordeal for the victim who has been left shaken by what happened.
"I would appeal to anyone who was in or around the area on the evening of Wednesday 28 September and saw anything suspicious. I am also eager for anyone who thinks they know the identity of the suspect to come forward."
Police are following up numerous lines of enquiries, including forensics, speaking to witnesses and a CCTV trawl of the area.
Anyone with information should contact DC Willmott on 101 or email contactus@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk
Alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
