Robeson County Sheriff: 70-year-old woman assaulted, robbed at home

Deputies said they were called to the 300 block of Hedgepeth Road just before noon in reference to a robbery. They found a 70-year-old woman who had been assaulted and robbed.

The woman told deputies she was at her front door when two unknown suspects approached her from behind. The victim stated she was forced into her residence, tied up and money was demanded by the suspects. The victim was able to get free after the suspects left the residence.

The suspects stole money, firearms and jewelry during the robbery. The suspects were wearing all black, gloves and had their faces covered up, the victim told deputies.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to the call Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at (910) 671-3170 or (910) 671-3100.