(ANSA) - PARMA, SEP 10 - A 17-year-old burglar of north
African origin broke into a house near Parma Wednesday night and
tried to rob an 87-year-old woman before raping her, police said
Thursday.
They said he had "partially" confessed to the crime.
The incident took place in the spa town of Salsomaggiore Terme.
The teenager has been arrested.
He has been charged with attempted aggravated robbery and sexual
violence.
The victim, a pensioner, has been treated in hospital for minor
injuries and shock. (ANSA).
Burglar, 17, rapes woman, 87
Near Parma