Two thugs burgled the house of a paralysed woman after claiming to be from a care home.

The two, a man and a woman, knocked at the wheelchair bound 63-year-old lady’s house in Randalls Road, Leatherhead, between 7.45pm and 8.30pm last Wednesday (September 15), claiming to be from a care home.

They entered the lounge and the woman began talking to the victim about the care she receives. After a short time the burglars left the house. It was not until the next day the paralysed woman realised her handbag, containing a small amount of money and family photographs, had been stolen.

The 63-year-old was not injured.

The first burglar is described as a white woman, aged in her 30s, approximately 5ft8in tall, of slim build and with straight dark hair. She spoke with a southern accent.

The second is described as a white man, in his 20s, of stocky build, approximately 5ft5in tall with short fair hair. He was wearing a jumper, trousers and spoke with a southern accent.

Investigating officer PC Ryan Bramley from the Pro-active Investigation Team said: “It is vital anyone who was in the vicinity of Randalls Road last Wednesday (September 15) between 7.30pm and 8.30pm comes forward as they may unwittingly have valuable information.

“The victim is severely disabled yet these heartless suspects targeted her for a small amount of money. Naturally the lady has been left very distressed following her ordeal and local Safer Neighbourhood Officers are working with her to provide reassurance.

“This crime will shock most people and with your help we can restore this lady’s peace of mind and ensure justice is done.”

Officers are reminding those most at risk of their golden rule: if in doubt, keep them out.

According to Surrey Police, the most common method used by a bogus caller is claiming to be a water board official. Others methods include posing as builders, charity workers, police officers and neighbourhood watch volunteers.

Anyone with information regarding this burglary, or who recognises the burglar’s description, should contact Surrey Police on 0845 125 2222 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.