Jailed: Norwich robber who targeted elderly women

A robber who targeted lone, elderly women in a string of attacks in Norwich has been jailed for 10 years.

Justin Campling, 40, from Bullace Road in Norwich, admitted seven counts of robbery.

Norwich Crown Court heard his attacks left some elderly women injured.

One incident, which was captured on CCTV, showed him cycling past a woman in her 70s, snatching her bag and knocking her to the floor.

The court also heard the devastating impact the robberies had had on his victims. One said it had 'taken away her independence'.

Campling was sentenced to 10 years and will serve a minimum of six and a half before being considered for parole.

The series of attacks took place in Belvoir Street, Ampthill Street, Distillery Square, Margaret Paston Avenue, Adelaide Street, Grove Walk, Angel Road, Brightys Opening and Beloe Avenue between October 30 and November 16 2017.