Information about crime may also be passed anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. Councillor Boyle said, “people are just shocked at this incident. The Ards peninsula has by and large been relatively safe from such attacks on vulnerable. pensioners. It highlights the need for the elderly to take whatever security measures they need to take to protect themselves and their property. “I sincerely hope they are both well after their traumatic ordeal. People in our community do need to keep an eye open and look after the elderly, especially on these dark nights and in the bad weather.”]]>