Gardaí are investigating after a woman in her 70s was hospitalised for injuries sustained after her car was stolen this week.
Gardaí are appealing for information in relation to the theft of a vehicle on Williamstown Road, Castlerea on Tuesday, November 21 at approximately 5:30pm.
A woman in her 70s was injured during the course of this incident and later received treatment at Sligo University Hospital Sligo.
No arrests have been at this time but Gardaí are following a definite line of enquiry with regards to this investigation. A family liaison officer has been appointed.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone with information on this incident to come forward to them.
The stolen vehicle is described by Gardaí as a red Volkswagen Fox hatchback with an 08 RN partial registration.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Gardaí at Castlerea Garda Station 094 962 1630, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
Investigations are ongoing at this time.
