Elderly woman hit by own car during robbery in Hamilton Hill

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Friday, 21 October 2022 11:05

By Monique Welhan

An elderly woman has been rushed to hospital after she was hit by her own car during a robbery in Hamilton Hill.

Police say the woman in her 70s was sitting in her vehicle at her home on Ralston Street around 8am on Friday when a man forced her out of the car.

As he drove off he allegedly hit the victim, leaving her with a serious leg injury.

The car was located a short time later in North Coogee and two men in their 20s were taken into custody.

Inquiries are ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at crimestopperswa.com.au

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