Police are appealing for information after an elderly man was allegedly confronted during an aggravated break and enter in Moree this past weekend.
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At about 6.30pm on Saturday, September 23 an 83-year-old man was at his home in Boronia Street Moree when he was disturbed by windows at the front of his house being broken.
Four young offenders, one armed with a knife, confronted the man demanding money before rummaging through his belongings.
It is alleged the offenders assaulted the man to prevent him leaving or calling for help.
The offenders, described as four young males aged between 12 and 15 years, are believed to have fled on foot.
Neighbours assisted the man at the scene calling emergency services and family members. The elderly man was conveyed to hospital for treatment of his injuries.
Police conducted immediate patrols of the area but were unable to locate any of the alleged offenders.
Investigations into the incident are continuing.
Barwon Local Area Command Superintendent Paul McDonald said a break-in such as experienced by this gentleman is extremely distressing.
“People should be able to feel safe in their homes.
“Any break-in can be distressing for victims but when there are criminals in this community who are actively targeting the elderly and vulnerable to steal cash and other valuables it is particularly disturbing.
“The elderly and vulnerable deserve to be respected and to live their lives without fear from such criminals.
“Investigators will continue to canvas homes and known offender/s in an attempt to identify these persons who prey on innocent and hard working people,” he said.
“Anyone who saw or heard anything around 6pm on Saturday evening or who has information as to the persons involved in these offences is urged to contact our investigators as a matter of urgency”.
Mr McDonald reminds residents that whilst offender/s such as these continue to target homes in the Moree area residents must ensure they take all reasonable precautions both day and night to protect their homes.
“Ensure deadlocks on windows and doors are used and report any suspicious behaviour to Police immediately”.
Anyone with information about this incident should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://www1.police.nsw.gov.au/.
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