09/01/2013

Man Arrested In Connection With Aggravated Burglary In Co Donegal

A man has been arrested in connection with the aggravated burglary at a pensioners home in Co Donegal at the weekend.

The 48-year-old male is currently being detained at Buncrana Garda station.

Margaret 'Greta' Lily was punched and had money taken from her during the burglary at her house in Aghilly.

She is currently under observation in Letterkenny General Hospital.

Garda are continuing to appeal for information and are askig anyone with information to contact them on 074-9320540.

(CD/GK)

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