Hunt for intruder after attack on garda's wife

A masked intruder is being hunted by gardai after he attacked the wife of an officer, it emerged today.

There is no description of the attacker who was wearing a balaclava when he broke into the house in Donamon, around 12km outside Roscommon town, just after midnight.

The garda was at work when the assault took place and his wife is believed to have suffered minor injuries.

It is understood she was treated by a GP while it is believed the burglar escaped empty-handed.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information to contact Roscommon garda station.