A woman in her 70s was reportedly left unconscious after an attack in Warwick yesterday (December 12).

Police said the woman arrived at her home on Howard Walk to see a man stood in her back garden.

The man then allegedly proceeded to attack her, resulting in her becoming unconscious from head injuries and requiring medical attention.

This is being investigated as a robbery.

"We are looking for anyone who has seen anything that could help with our investigation from around Howard Walk, particularly if you have dashcam, CCTV, or doorbell footage," Warwickshire Police said.

"If you can help us, contact us citing Incident 160 of 12 December 2024.

"You can make a report online using our website (www.warwickshire.police.uk/report), you can call 101, or you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

Detective Inspector Paul Sartoris added: "A serious assault has been reported, and the clock is ticking for us to find information to help us get to the root of what happened for the sake of the victim.

"If you live in the nearby area, please check your CCTV, dashcams, and doorbells for around the time mentioned – it might be that your footage is the key component in our investigation."