Hunt goes on for thugs

Police appeal for witnesses

Detectives this week stepped up their hunt for two armed thugs who attacked a terrified woman and tried to rob her in her Ayr home.

The hooded brutes threatened the 45- year- old after breaking into a home in the town’s James Campbell Road.

Detectives this week stepped up their hunt for two armed thugs who attacked a terrified woman and tried rob her in her Ayr home.

The hooded brutes threatened the 45- year- old after breaking into a home in the town’s James Campbell Road.

They ransacked one of the rooms before fleeing empty handed.

Fortunately, the woman was unhurt but has been left badly shaken by the frightening incident that occurred on Friday about 2.45pm.

Detective constable Paul McRoberts, who is leading the investigation, has appealed for witnesses to come forward.

“Officers are currently checking CCTV and speaking to neighbours in case anyone saw the two men who ran off towards James Campbell Court afterwards,” he said.

“This happened midafternoon and there would have been people about, so if you saw any one acting suspiciously or have any information that will assist our enquiry, then please contact us.”

The first suspect is described as aged between 18 and 22, 5ft 10 and slim.

He was wearing a light blue hooded top which was covering his face.

His accomplice was about 5ft 8 and of medium build.

Witnesses should contact Ayr CID on 101, quoting reference number 2291, or alternatively telephone Crimestoppers on 0800 555111, where calls are free and anonymity can be maintained.

This happened mid- afternoon and there would have been people about Det Con Paul McRoberts