A heart-wrenching incident has taken place in the Caerphilly borough, where a 72-year-old man was brutally attacked by a group of teenagers. The assault happened on a quiet side street off Church Road in Abertridwr on a calm Monday afternoon, leaving the community in shock. Witnesses report it occurred between 2:30 pm and 2:40 pm.
The pensioner sustained head injuries and was swiftly taken to hospital for treatment—thankfully, he has since been discharged. According to Gwent Police, the assailants are identified as four males in their teens. One of the attackers is described as being bald and donned in a dark hooded jacket or hat at the time of the attack.
Gwent Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for information to track down those responsible for this senseless act. If you were in the area or have any information that could help bring these offenders to justice, please contact the force on 101, citing the reference number 2600146957. You can also reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Let’s come together as a community to ensure our streets remain safe and that justice is served! 💔🛡️ #Caerphilly #CommunitySupport #JusticeForAll