Suffolk County Police Fourth Squad detectives are investigating a burglary in which three masked men beat a resident and stole cash from him last night.
A 21-year-old man was returning home to 301 Veterans Memorial Highway in Commack at approximately 9:30 p.m. when he was approached outside by three masked men who forced him inside the home. The men, who were armed with what appeared to be rifles, beat the resident and demanded cash. The suspects took cash then fled.
The victim was transported to St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown where he was treated and released for head injuries.
Detectives are asking anyone with information to call the Fourth Squad at 631-854-8452 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. All calls will be kept confidential.