47-Year-Old Man Injured During Home Invasion In Hamilton Township

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HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (CBS) -- A 47-year-old homeowner is recovering after a man attacked him Friday night inside his own home, police say.

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Hamilton Police Department officers responded to Brecknock Court for a report of a home invasion shortly after 8 p.m.

An investigation revealed that an unknown man forced his way into the home of the homeowner and an 18-year-old man.

The suspect confronted the homeowner and a struggle followed.

During the struggle, the suspect struck the victim in the head with a crowbar and bit his arm, before fleeing out of the residence.

The suspect was last seen running through the woods toward Cologne Avenue.

The is described as being a black man in his late 20s to early 40s, stocky build with a medium complexion, a shaved or bald head, and a beard, wearing a gray t-shirt, gray sweatpants, and a gray hat.

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The victim was treated at the scene and took himself to the hospital for further evaluation.

The 18 year-old was not injured.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Larry Fernan at 609-625-2700 x 575.

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