Violent Armed Raid Shakes Elm Park Road Home
Chaos erupted at around 8.50pm on Monday when three masked men struck at a property on Elm Park Road. The gang knocked on the door, then threatened the occupants with a gun and a machete as soon as it was opened.
Safe Stolen, Phone Smashed, Victim Attacked
The thugs grabbed a safe and smashed a phone belonging to another resident before violently assaulting him. The man suffered a head injury and was rushed to hospital. Thankfully, he has since been discharged.
Masked Men Identified – Police Urge Public to Help
- Victims: Man and woman in their twenties
- Suspects: Three men; two described as black, slim to medium build
- All wore hoodies and bandanas covering their faces
“This was a terrifying incident for the victims,” said Sergeant Alexander Willis from Reading police station.
“If you have any information, please call Thames Valley Police on 101 quoting ref 43200368154. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report online.”
