A WOMAN was tied up in her home and robbed of a four figure sum of cash.

Around 2.15pm yesterday, a man and woman approached the home of a 46-year-old woman in Auchengreoch Avenue, Johnstone.

On speaking to the lady, they managed to gain entry and once inside, they tied the woman up and searched her home for money. She didn't require medical treatment but, has been left badly shaken by the incident.

The suspects made off with a four-figure sum of money and ran towards Beith Road, Johnstone.

The male suspect is white, between 40 and 55 years old, around 5 ft 8 inches in height, of heavy build and balding.

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He was wearing a blue shirt, glasses, back trousers and an identity badge. He was carrying a black clip board and black rucksack.

The female suspect is white, around 5 ft 9 inches in height, late 20s to early 30s, with a slim build and had black hair which was tied up. She was wearing a cream or white coloured top, black jacket and black trousers. She was also carrying a clipboard and rucksack.

Officers continue to carry out door to door enquiries and forensics officers have been taking samples from the location.

CCTV footage is being collected for review for any additional information it could provide.

Detective Inspector David Wagstaff said: “This man and woman have gained entry to a woman’s home, a place where she should feel safe.

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"She has then been tied up and robbed. Their actions are despicable and it’s imperative we trace those responsible.

"I would appeal to local residents to think back to yesterday, did you notice this man and woman?

"Both were smartly dressed and carrying clip boards to appear as if carrying out official enquiries, they were last seen heading towards Beith Road, Johnstone, and we are keen to hear from anyone who saw them or saw any suspicious vehicles parked or moving in the area around 2.15pm."

Additional patrols have been placed in the area to provide reassurance for local residents. Anyone with information is asked to call CID officers in Paisley via 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

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