Garda seek information on aggravated burglary

GARDAÍ investigating an aggravated burglary in the Osprey/Orwell area of Templeogue, yesterday (Monday, October 5) are seeking the public’s assistance.

At approximately 11.20am yesterday, a man gained entry to a house in the Osprey area of Templeogue. The house was occupied by a young woman at the time and she was assaulted during the incident.

The scene was preserved and technically examined. An incident room has been established at Terenure Garda Station and house to house enquiries are being carried out.

The suspected offender is described as being male, aged between 40–50 years, of average height with short hair. He has a very thin face, pock-marked complexion and pale skin. He was clean shaven.

The man 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 throughout the incident.

The man received a number of scratches to his face during the incident and a cut to his right index finger. These wounds should still be fresh.

Investigating gardaí are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact then at Terenure on 01-6666400, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666111 or any Garda station.