Woman, 93, dies of attack injuries

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 on Tuesday 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 May 1 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: "This was a shocking attack on a defenceless, elderly woman as she slept in her own bed.

"No-one capable of carrying out such a despicable attack deserves protecting - I'm asking people to look into their consciences and if they have any suspicions about who may be responsible to contact police."