A CASH reward has been offered to catch three armed robbers wearing clown masks who seriously assaulted a homeowner.
The incident which involved three men wearing white CSI-style suits and clown masks entered the victim’s home before they were confronted by the sole male occupant. His leg was snapped with a crowbar during a struggle and the suspects demanded keys to a safe.
It happened at South View, Burnhope Village at about 8pm on November 11th. The robbers fled the scene with sentimental gold jewellery.
Detective Constable Michael Orridge of Chester-le-Street CID, said: “Following extensive enquiries, we are now appealing to the public to help us catch these culprits. This was a nasty assault which left the victim with a broken leg and needing hospital treatment.
“A £5,000 cash reward is being offered for information leading to a conviction.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Durham Constabulary on 101 quoting reference 434 of November 11.
