Heartless Thieves In Hull Target Lady While She’s Having Epileptic Fit

Humberside Police are appealing for help after a lady who was having an epileptic fit assaulted and robbed her.

The incident, which took place at around 6 pm on 3 October on Linnaeus Street left the victim needing hospital treatment.

In a statement released, Humberside Police said;

“A woman has allegedly been assaulted and robbed by two men while she was having an epileptic fit in Hull.”

“It was reported that the victim collapsed near to the Kingfisher pub while having a fit. The suspects then allegedly assaulted her and stole her phone.”

“She was treated in hospital for injuries to her hand and knee. It’s unclear whether these were sustained when she fell or as a result of the assault.”

“Both men have been described as wearing blue jeans. One had a grey hoody on, and the other a green waxy jacket.”

“An unknown woman helped and spoke with the victim as she came round.”

Anyone who as anything is being urged to contact Humberside Police. If you have information please get touch using reference 16/104172/18.