A man in his 60's was "struck a number of times with a hammer" during an aggravated burglary in Co Antrim.
The incident took place in Cullybackey just before 7.25pm on Saturday, July 2.
The occupant of a house in the Kilmakevit Crescent area noticed a man outside the property. The man gained entry into the house, and struck the victim a number of times with a hammer before making off on foot empty-handed.
The injured party sustained injuries to his head and legs which are not believed to be life-threatening at this time.
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Police are appealing for information following the incident, and have provided a description of the suspect.
Detective Sergeant Crothers said: "The suspect is described as being around 5ft 10ins in height and of medium build, with fair hair. He was wearing a black bomber jacket, black tracksuit bottoms, a dark-coloured hat and a blue facemask.
"Our enquiries are ongoing and anyone who may have information, including dashcam or other footage, is asked to contact detectives in Ballymena on 101, quoting reference 1597 of 3/7/22."
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
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