Gardaí at Coolock are investigating an aggravated burglary which occurred at a house in the Artane area of Dublin at approximately 12.30pm today (19/4/13)
Two people (male & female) entered the house of an 80 year old man who was present in the house. They demanded cash and assaulted the man with a hammer. The elderly mans daughter arrived at the house and she too also assaulted with the hammer. Both injured persons were removed to Beaumont Hospital by ambulance where they are currently being treated for their injuries.
In a follow up search a 31 year old man was arrested in connection with this incident and is currently detained at Coolock Garda Station under the provisions of Section 4- Criminal Justice Act 1984.
Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who may have information is asked to contact Coolock Garda Station on 01- 666 4200, the Garda Confidential Line 1-800-666-111 or any Garda Station.
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