Edinburgh woman, 93, robbed of jewellery

A 93-year-old woman in Edinburgh was robbed of jewellery by a man who approached her under the guise of asking for directions, according to an article published on 16 June 2026. The incident occurred in the Midlothian region. The woman was targeted by the man, who used the request for directions as a pretext to get close to her before the robbery took place. Edinburghlive reported on the incident, highlighting the vulnerability of elderly residents to opportunistic crime. Homeowners are encouraged to be cautious when approached by strangers at home, verify identities before opening doors to visitors, and keep jewellery and valuables out of sight and secure. Source : Edinburghlive See the burglary map to follow reported incidents near you, and our guides to choose an alarm system or check your home insurance .