Thug jailed for six years after ‘disgraceful’ attack on elderly woman

BEHIND BARS: Bobby Sutherland

A thug who committed a “disgraceful” robbery which left an 86-year-old woman with a broken collar bone has been jailed for six years.

Bobby Sutherland, 19, of Terry Street, Hull, has been jailed for the robbery, which took place on Sunday, September 20 on Stroud Crescent East, Bransholme, as well as an unrelated theft.

He had admitted grabbing the woman’s bag from her shoulder, pushing her to the ground, dragging her along the floor and leaving her in the street with injuries.

Detective Sergeant Andy Bradley said: “I must commend the bravery of the lady who fell victim to this disgraceful attack. She tried to fight off Sutherland, despite how intent he was on taking what didn’t belong to him.

“I know how much of an impact this has had on her and I hope knowing he is now in prison and unable to do anything like this again brings a small bit of comfort.

“It is clear that this was a targeted attack on a vulnerable person for personal gain.

“Acts like these are absolutely inexcusable and will not be tolerated in our communities.”