Man hurt during Belfast robbery

A man has suffered head injuries during a robbery at his house in Belfast.

A man has suffered head injuries during a robbery at his house in Belfast.

Four men called at the home in the Northbrook Parade area in the north of the city last night and forced their way in.

The injured man was hit on the head after answering a knock at the door. Police said a sum of money was stolen in the robbery which happened at about 10.20pm.

The victim was treated in hospital but his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

PA

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