Four-figure sum of cash stolen in raid on elderly Fife woman’s home

It happened in Dunfermline last week, and officers leading the investigation have appealed for information.

Police said entry was gained to a property at Clay Acres Court sometime between 1:00am and 6.30pm on Monday, February 15.

Officers leading the investigation said that a purse containing cash and a bag containing a four figure sum were stolen during the incident.

The woman was not at home during the incident.

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Constable Helena Scott of the Fife Division Community Investigation Unit said: "We are appealing to anyone who may have any information or who may have seen any suspicious activity around the Clay Acres Court area to come forward.”

She added: "Anyone with information can call 101, quoting incident 2781 of 15 February, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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