Two searches carried out in Tallaght following attempted murder of 83-year-old Tyrone woman

Two searches of properties have been carried out in the Tallaght area of Dublin this morning in connection with the attempted murder of an elderly woman in Co. Tyrone.

Gardaí are helping the PSNI with their investigation after an 83-year-old sustained serious injuries in Aughnacloy during a burglary on January 23.

Officers believed the attempted murder of the woman is linked to 3 other burglaries in the area.

A number of items were seized in today's operation.

On Friday the black Saab which it is believed was used by the suspects was recovered in Dundalk.

- Digital Desk