Her attacker, Kurt Taylor, has been jailed for more than five years
A man has been jailed for more than five years after robbing an 87-year-woman in Hull. Kurt Taylor, 42-year-old of Edgecumbe Street, Hull, admitted the offence and was sentenced to five years and five months in prison.
Humberside Police said that on Tuesday 21 January 2025, officers were called to reports that an 87-year-old woman had been knocked to the ground and had her handbag stolen while walking along Nidderdale, near the junction with Airedale in Hull.
A spokesperson said: “It was reported that the suspect, riding a bicycle, rode into the woman from behind, striking her with the handlebars and causing her to fall to the ground, before taking her handbag which contained valuable items including bank cards and cash. He subsequently fled the scene, leaving her injured on the ground.
“The victim sustained a fractured pelvis and was taken to hospital, where she remained for a period of time receiving treatment for her injuries. Following extensive enquiries, including CCTV analysis and support from the local community, Taylor was identified and tracked via footage from the scene back to his home address.
“He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of robbery on Tuesday 28 January 2025, charged, and remanded into custody until sentencing.” Police Constable Paul Goforth from our Neighbourhood Crime Team (NCT) said after the hearing at Hull Crown Court: “This was a shocking and distressing incident that left an elderly woman seriously injured and understandably upset.
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“The impact on her has been long-lasting, both physically and emotionally. Taylor’s actions were calculated and cruel.
“Although he eventually admitted his involvement, this came only at the point of trial months after the incident and after the victim had endured a difficult and painful recovery. I want to thank the local residents and businesses who supported our investigation, particularly those who came forward with CCTV footage and information that helped us identify and locate Taylor.
“This outcome reflects the seriousness of the offence and reinforces our commitment to holding offenders to account especially those who target vulnerable members of our community.” If you have information about crime in your area, report it to police using the non-emergency number 101 or by speaking to local officers while they’re out and about.
Always call 999 in an emergency or if a crime is ongoing. Alternatively, you can report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.