Masked men brandishing knives assault couple at their home in Halesworth
Three masked men who were reported to be brandishing knives have assaulted a couple at their home in Halesworth.
The incident occurred between 11pm and 11.15pm on Monday, April 4, in Lansbury Road.
Three men wearing balaclavas and brandishing knives entered the property and threatened the occupants, one of whom sustained cuts to his left hand, arm and leg. He was taken to hospital for treatment, returning home a few hours later.
A woman at the address was also assaulted after being held in a headlock.
Detectives are working to establish the potential motive for this attack, but currently believe it to be an isolated incident and as such do not perceive there is any threat to the wider community.
Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed any suspicious persons in the area between 10.30pm and 11.30pm on Monday night. Any motorists driving in the area with a dashcam fitted in their vehicle are asked to review the footage for any material that may be of assistance.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact East CID at Lowestoft Police Station, quoting reference: 20038/22.
Website – www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update
Email – EastCID@suffolk.police.uk
Phone – Call 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org