24/07/2018

Elderly Man Left Shaken Following Attack In Co Tyrone

An elderly man has been left shaken following an attack at his home in Co Tyrone.

The assault happened in the Drumcairne Road area in Stewartstown just before 11am on Monday, 23 July.

Two men entered the property, attacked the homeowner and smashed up his home before making off.

One of the suspects has been described as being around 40 years of age, with a full facial beard, around 5ft 9ins in height,and was wearing a yellow fluorescent jacket with jeans. He spoke with a local accent.

The second man has been described as around 40 years of age and he was wearing a jacket and jeans and spoke with a local accent.

The victim was treated for minor injuries.

Police are appealing to anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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