Elderly woman left injured outside her home after burglar broke in while she slept
Atherton. The victim sustained a 'suspected fracture' to her upper leg, say police.The burglar left her on the ground outside, in pain, trying to shout for help.'Sentimental and valuable' jewellery, a laptop and cash were all stolen from the elderly woman's home.Police say they were called to reports of a burglary at the home at around 6.40am on Tuesday.An investigation has now been launched.No arrests have yet been made and officers are now appealing for information to help with their enquires.DC David Law, of GMP’s Wigan district, said: “The victim must have been terrified.