Police are appealing for information after thieves broke into the home of an 82-year-old man in Armidale last night.
Police say that at around 12.45am, officers attached to New England Police District received reports four people had forced entry to the man’s home on Niagara Street.
Officers were told that the group woke the occupant – an 82-year-old man – and demanded personal items including his wallet and keys.
“The group then fled the scene in the man’s vehicle, which was later recovered in O’Dell Street, Armidale,” NSW Police said in a statement.
“He was not physically injured during the incident.
“Officers attended, established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.”
As inquiries continue, police urge anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident to contact Armidale Police Station on 6771 0699.
