Police release artist's impression of man in connection with Rugby burglaries

Police have released an artist's impression of a man they wish to talk to in connection with two burglaries in the Rugby area on January 14 and 15.

At approximately 18.10hrs on January 14 a 92 year old woman in Cerce Close, Dunchurch, challenged a man after he broke into the house. He escaped through a window. The woman was not injured, but badly shaken.

The offender was described as possibly a mixed race male in his mid 20s, 5'2" tall with short, dark hair and spoke with a broken accent.

On January 15 a man answering a similar description pushed his way into the home of an elderly couple in Mercer Court, Hillmorton, and stole approximately £250 from the bedroom. When he was approached by the female occupant he escaped through the bedroom window and police were called at approximately 19.47hrs.

Anyone who recognises the man from te artist's impression should call DC 87 Anita Ashwood at Rugby CID on 01788 541111 voicemail for messages 10087. Notes to Editors: Please scroll to end of page to find large image of Artist Impression. Right click to download and save image.