Horrific: Elderly man (70) blindfolded and thrown from his car in Co. Wicklow – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Horrific: Elderly man (70) blindfolded and thrown from his car in Co. Wicklow





A 70-year-old man was attacked in his own vehicle by two men, who then threw him out of the car and left him by the roadside. 

The terrified man managed to walk to nearest town Laragh, where he raised the alarm. 

The horrific incident occurred on Main Street in Aughrim, Co Wicklow. 

Gardai said the 4×4 vehicle was later recovered burnt out near Laragh, 24 km from where it was stolen. 

Investigations are ongoing and no arrests have been made. CCTV footage in the area is being examined. 

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