Police are calling for witnesses in relation to an incident that occurred in Larrakeyah early Thursday morning (28 May).

It is alleged that at approximately 1:40 am the 78-year-old male home owner awoke to witness a male climbing through the screen door of his Temira Crescent residence.

He was then assaulted by two males, one of them using a piece of wood, before they fled the premises.

The males are described to be of Caucasian appearance, 25-30 years of age and at the time of the incident, were not wearing shirts.

Police are urging anyone that may have witnessed any suspicious activity within the area between 1:30 and 2:00 am, or who may have information in relation to the incident, to contact them on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.



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