TWO burglars raided a house in Alcester and attacked a man inside who suffered cuts to his neck.

Officers from Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the aggravated burglary in Beacon Close.

The incident happened at 1am on Saturday, January 14, when two men dressed in woolly hats entered the house and demanded money. One of the offenders was holding a pen knife.

West Midlands Ambulance Service were called to the scene at 1.25am.

A spokesman said the victim was treated for minor injuries to his neck and was discharged at the scene.

Several small items were stolen from the house.

The two men, described as white, were last seen running down Crooks Lane.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Warwickshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 0021 of Saturday, January 14.

Alternatively call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or use their anonymous online form at crimestoppers.org.uk.