06/10/2015

Woman Attacked During Burglary In Dublin

Gardaí have launched an investigation after a woman was attacked during an aggravated burglary in Templeogue, Dublin, on Monday morning.

The woman was assaulted after a man entered a house in the Osprey area at approximately 11.20am.

The suspected offender is described as aged between 40 and 50, of average height, and with short hair. He has a very thin face, pock marked complexion and pale skin. He spoke with an Irish accent. He was wearing black clothing and possibly a sleeveless jacket. He also wore a dark coloured baseball cap and dark sunglasses.

The man received a number of scratches to his face during the incident and a cut to his right index finger.

Gardai are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/JP)

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