Car thief flees after finding woman in the back of stolen vehicle
Police have released CCTV footage after a vehicle was stolen with an elderly passenger still sitting in the back.
Investigators have been told the couple was delivering newspapers along Mary Street, Richmond last Thursday morning.
The 70-year-old driver got out and an unknown male got into his Kia sports wagon and took off.
The car thief drove a short distance before apologising to the 70-year-old woman in the back and fleeing on foot through a nearby park.
It’s the second time the woman has been in the back of a car stolen during the morning newspaper delivery run.
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Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist police with their investigation is urged to contact crime stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at