Woman, 73, robbed by man who barged into Stirling home

An investigation has been launched after a woman was robbed by a man who forced his way into her home in Stirling.

The 73-year-old answered the door to a man in the Ewing Court area around 3.15pm on Thursday.

The man pushed past the woman before stealing a purse containing bank cards and cash then running off in the direction of Bannockburn Road.

The suspect is described as white, around 40 years old and 5ft 10in tall, with blonde short hair.

He was wearing a distinctive hooded top which was grey/blue on the top and white on the bottom, blue shorts and black trainers. He spoke with a local accent.

Detective constable Rhianna Christie said: “Although the woman was not injured, this was a very upsetting incident for her, and we are keen to trace the man described or speak to anyone who knows who they are.

“In addition, if you have private CCTV or were driving in the area around 3.15pm on Thursday and have a dash-cam that could assist officers, then please contact us.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2805 of September 25, 2025, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.