The incident happened at 11.22am yesterday (Tuesday) on Rosconnell Road, while the occupant was inside the house
A man armed with a blade forced broke into a home in Newbridge yesterday.
When confronted by the homeowner, he swung the blade at them before fleeing.
The incident happened at 11.22am yesterday (Tuesday) on Rosconnell Road, while the occupant was inside the house
The intruder ran from the scene after the confrontation.
Gardai in Newbridge are carrying out inquiries and are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time, or who noticed suspicious activity, to contact them.

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