11/07/2012

Gardaí Appeal For Pensioner Seriously Injured In Attack

Gardaí in Kilkenny are appealing for witnesses to an incident which occurred in Kilkenny City at approximately 11.30am yesterday morning 10th July.

An 86 year old woman was assaulted and robbed by a man, as she walked on College View, Walkin Street. She was injured during the incident, and is currently in St. Luke’' Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

A male in his 30s was arrested and is currently detained at Kilkenny Garda Station under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident, to contact Kilkenny Garda Station on 056-7775000, the Garda Confidential Line 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station.

(CD/GK)

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