Police probe assault and robbery in Connellsville
Connellsville police said they are investigating after an elderly man was beaten and robbed in Connellsville early today.
Patrolman Brian Connors said the incident occurred at 1:26 a.m. when the 71-year-old man, whom police did not identify, exited his apartment at 136 E. Fairview Ave. after hearing a loud bang.
Connors said that when the man opened his front door, he was immediately struck in the head by two men who then forced him to the floor and demanded money.