Man injured during aggravated burglary in Telford
Police are appealing for witnesses following an aggravated burglary at an address on Stone Dale, in the Sutton Hill area of Telford.
The burglary took place at around 9.15pm on Sunday 12 July when the offender forced entry into a house.
He assaulted the occupant, several times believed to be with a hammer, whilst demanding money before making his escape.
The victim, a man in his forties, sustained multiple slight injuries and was treated at Princess Royal Hospital.
The suspect was described as a black man, wearing a hooded top, jeans and trainers.
Police are urging anyone who may have seen anything suspicious at the time of the incident to contact police on 101 quoting incident number 710 of 12 July.
Alternatively contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
