Widow, 93, dies after savage attack in home

A 93-YEAR-OLD woman who was subjected to a savage assault in her home has died in hospital.

Emma Winnall, who was attacked in Moseley, Birmingham, nearly a month ago, died at 4:25am yesterday from complications arising from her injuries, West Midlands Police said.

Mrs Winnall, who suffered a fractured skull and broken arm, had been in intensive care since 1 May after being found badly injured in her bed.

Superintendent Richard Baker, head of major crime at West Midlands Police, said: “This is desperately sad news. Our condolences go out to Emma’s family and friends.

“Clearly, this has now become a murder inquiry.”

Re-appealing for information about the offence, he added: “No-one capable of carrying out such a despicable attack deserves protecting.”

A 56-year-old woman and a 28-year-old man from the Hall Green of Birmingham were arrested in connection with the offence earlier this month and are due to answer police bail in July.

Mr Baker added: “Two people remain on police bail having been arrested in connection with the assault.

“However, our inquiries continue and I’m still appealing for anyone with information to come forward and speak to us in confidence.”

Police have confirmed that officers were able to speak to Mrs Winnall in hospital on two occasions in the days following her ordeal and that the information she provided continues to form part of their investigation.

A post-mortem examination took place yesterday.