Three people attacked while jewellery and cash stolen in Reading burglary
An 83-year-old was attacked with a crow bar in Lower Early
Last updated 5th Dec 2021
Thames Valley Police is appealing for information following an aggravated burglary in Reading.
At around 10pm on Friday 3rd December three offenders forced their way into an address in Keeris Way, Lower Earley.
Three victims, two men aged 83 and 61 and a woman, aged 80 were threatened and ordered to open a safe.
One of the victims, a man aged 83 was assaulted with a crow bar and sustained bruising to his face. None of the victims required hospital treatment.
It is understood that jewellery and cash were stolen.
The three offenders had their faces covered with scarves or masks.
Investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Alex Boyce based at Loddon Valley police station, said: “This was a very distressing incident for the victims in this case and officers are continuing to support them at this very difficult time.
“We would ask for anyone with information which could assist this investigation to come forward.
“If you have any dash-cam footage or CCTV in the area around that time, please could you check it and if you find anything you think could be related, please share it with police.
“Please contact the non-emergency number on 101 or make a report online using the reference number 43210546885.
“Alternatively, you can make a report 100% anonymously by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”