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Masked suspect assaults, robs elderly couple in their Adams County home, police claim

The suspect allegedly beat both victims with a hammer before stealing jewelry, cash and prescription pills in the June 30 incident, according to State Police.
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ABBOTTSTOWN, Pa. — State Police are investigating the assault and robbery of an elderly couple in Adams County.

The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. on June 30 at a home on the 100 block of Kinneman Road in Berwick Township, according to police.

Investigators say an unknown male suspect entered the couple's home and attacked them with a hammer, causing injuries to both victims. He then stole jewelry, cash and prescription pills from inside the home before fleeing, police said.

The victims were unable to provide a description of the suspect because he was wearing a mask, according to police.

Anyone with any information pertaining to this case can contact Trooper Matthew Hochberg at the Pennsylvania State Police-Gettysburg at (717) 334-8111 or Adams County Crimestoppers at (717) 334-8057.

A reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest, according to police.

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