Two burglars attacked a senior early yesterday morning by beating him with a stick and causing serious leg injuries.

Police responded to a report of a burglary in the Friswell’s Hill area of Pembroke at about 3.25am. A spokesman said: “On police arrival, it was reported that two male suspects entered the home of the 63-year-old male victim and made demands for money.

“A struggle between the victim and one of the suspects ensued, resulting in the victim being beaten with a stick, and the suspects making good their escape on foot.”

The victim was taken to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and treated for what were described as serious leg injuries. The spokesman said the first suspect was about 5ft 10in with a slim build, and was wearing a dark hoodie. The second suspect was described only as having had a red hoodie.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact them on 295-0011 or to call the confidential Crime Stoppers hotline on 800-8477.