Gardai in Cork are investigating an aggravated burglary during which a pensioner was injured.

It happened at around 3am this morning in Farranree.

An intruder entered the house through a window and demanded money from the elderly occupant - fleeing with a sum of cash.

The man aged in his 70s was injured and taken to the Mercy Hospital for treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

An on-going investigation is taking place, with gardai checking the surrounding area for witnesses.

Anyone with information may contact the gardai at Watercourse Road in Cork on 021-4558-260.