Crime of the Week - Brampton

Release #: 2009 - 01b 

ELDERLY COUPLE ROBBED IN THEIR OWN HOME

A heartless act by a lone thief has left an elderly Brampton couple shaken, and your anonymous call to Crime Stoppers could lead the Robbery Bureau investigators to the identity of this man.

On Tuesday January 20, 2009, at around 8:00 in the evening, the elderly couple were in their residence on Vodden Street East. As the 85 year-old male answered a knock at the door, a lone man forced his way into the home, demanding money. The suspect then stole the victim’s purse and fled the residence.

The suspect is described as a male with brown skin, in his late teens to early twenties, 5’ 2” tall weighing 120 pounds. He wore dark clothing with a grey ski mask or balaclava.

Thankfully no injuries were sustained by the victims.

If you can assist in solving this case, or any other crime, Crime Stoppers would like to hear from you.  If police make an arrest as a result of your call, you could become eligible for a cash reward.  Remember with Crime Stoppers/Gun Stoppers you never have to give your name, you never have to testify in court and there is no call display.  Crime Stoppers can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by calling toll free 1-800-222-8477, that’s 1-800-222-TIPS, or Via the Web at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca and click on “Submit a Tip”.