Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted following reports of an aggravated burglary in Buxton.
Three men are believed to have entered the property on Queen’s Road, Fairfield, at around 8pm on Thursday 11 January.
The victim discovered the men in his home, and they assaulted him before leaving the property.
He was taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries, which are now not thought to be serious. Nothing was stolen.
The men are described as all wearing black long-sleeved t-shirts, face coverings and black trousers.
One of the men spoke with what is believed to be a Manchester accent. He is described as being around 5ft 10in or 5ft 11in, and of a stocky build.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have noticed the men, or any vehicles in the area, around the time of the incident.
If you saw or heard anything suspicious, or have any information, please contact officers on the details below, with reference 24*22752:
Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form
Facebook – send us private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
Phone – call us on 101
You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website
