Man assaults resident during break-in attempt in Cruquius
Police are looking for witnesses and video footage after a man tried to break into a house on the Spaarneweg in Cruquius early on Sunday and attacked the person living there.
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A resident of a house on the Spaarneweg in Cruquius woke up around 02.00 on Sunday 15 November as a man tried to break in. The man assaulted the resident and fled in an unknown direction, police said.
Officers went to the scene and searched the area with a drone and the police helicopter. They found no suspect. The victim did not need hospital treatment, police said.
Police describe the burglar as a man between 1.80 and 1.85 metres tall, with a broad build and light-toned skin. He wore dark clothing and a cap, and possibly a face mask.
The investigation continues, and officers are questioning people who live nearby. Police are asking anyone who saw the burglar, or saw him run away, to call the tip line on 0800-6070. Those who prefer to stay anonymous can call 0800-7000.
Police also want video footage of the break-in, which people can share through their website (online tip form).
Source: Politie
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