Aggravated burglary in centre of Athlone under investigation

Gardai are investigating an aggravated burglary at a house in the centre of Athlone last night (Wednesday).

The incident happened at an address on Sean Costello Street at approximately 9.20pm.

Sergeant Dermot Monaghan of Athlone Garda Station said a male was in the property in question when two others forced their way in because they wanted to go drinking there.

The resident received "minor injuries" during the altercation, and he left the house. When he came back later, the two intruders were gone.

Sergeant Monaghan said the scene was examined this morning, and that the investigation was currently at an early stage.