Vicious attack on 91-year-old man in Leamington

The elderly victim was discovered by relatives who called at his home in Gordon Street on Monday shortly before noon.

He is currently receiving treatment for his injuries in the intensive care unit at the University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire.

His home had been ransacked and he had been badly beaten.

Detectives investigating the burglary and assault are appealing for information from members of the public who may be able to help them with their enquiries.

Det Chief Insp James Essex, who is leading the investigation, said: “This was a vicious attack on an elderly man who lived alone. We do not know for certain how long he had been lying there with his injuries, so we would like to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious or out of the ordinary in Gordon Street between Friday 13 September and noon on Monday 16 September.

“One of the key questions we need an answer to is how long the front door of the man’s home had been ajar for and we would like to hear from anyone who noticed this.”

Extra police patrols have been deployed to the area and house-to-house enquiries are currently being carried out.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Major Investigation Unit by calling 415000 or they can speak to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where the information can be given anonymously.

A 38-year old man, who had been arrested by police in the early hours of Monday, for an unrelated offence, is currently being interviewed in relation to the incident.