01/06/2012

Gang Attack Three Elderly Siblings

Three elderly siblings have been attacked by a gang with a sword and knives in Co Limerick last night.

They are currently being treated in hospital after receiving serious injuries to their head and limbs.

Two masked men entered the pensioners' home in Ballyluddy and assaulted the three pensioners.

Gardai are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/GK)

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