IT’S simply not right that people should be made to feel vulnerable in their own homes.

A burglary can shake even the hardiest homeowner so imagine how 91-year-old Elsie Byron must feel.

The Bradley pensioner was left terrified after a man crept into her bedroom in broad daylight.

But the sprightly pensioner tried to fight back and defend herself and her much-loved possessions.

In her own words, there wasn’t much she could do at the age of 91.

But she did all she could to oppose the burglar during the terrifying ordeal and even get a glimpse of him to help police with their investigation.

For Mrs Byron she says she’ll struggle to trust anyone again – and that’s the worst feeling.

She has sadly been made to feel vulnerable in the place she should feel safest – her own home.

The police haven’t yet caught up with the culprit, but it’s up to those who know him to search their conscience and report him to the police.

Imagine how you would feel if you were Mrs Byron or if it was your family targeted like she was.

Burglary is a crime that doesn’t just steal items, it also takes away people’s peace of mind and feeling of security.