Gardai have launched an investigation following an aggravated burglary in which a 94-year-old woman and her two sons were held hostage by raiders.
The incident happened at a business premises in Ballintubber, Co. Roscommon, on Monday morning.
It is understood that six men armed with screwdrivers broke into the premises and shoved the trio into a room while the house was being ransacked. The raiders made good their escape with a sum of money.
Anyone with information is being asked to contact Castlerea Garda Station on 094 962 1630 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.
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