DETECTIVES are hunting a burglar who stole a watch and cash from his elderly victim.
The man struck on August 25 at 12.05pm, talking his way into the 80-year-old woman's home on Dicconson Lane, Westhoughton.
He ran off with a £200 watch and £250 in cash, leaving his victim shocked and distressed.
The offender is described as white, in his mid 40s, 5ft 11ins tall, of a medium to heavy build with short light brown hair.
He had the word 'mum' tattooed on his right hand. He was wearing dirty blue overalls.
Anyone with information should contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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