In a troubling incident early on February 19, a 79-year-old man from Sayama City in Saitama Prefecture called the police reporting that several individuals had entered his residence. After breaking in, these intruders struck the man, who was sleeping on the first floor, with a blunt object and stole cash and other valuables from the home before fleeing the scene. Although the victim sustained head injuries, he remained conscious and communicative at the time of the police's arrival.

The man lives with his wife in their home, and fortunately, she was not harmed during the attack, as they were both asleep at the time. The local police department is treating this incident as a serious case of robbery that resulted in bodily injury, and they are actively pursuing the suspects while also verifying the stolen items. This event raises concerns about home security and the safety of elderly residents in the area, as such violent crimes can have lasting psychological effects on victims.

This assault occurs against a backdrop of increasing attention to crime rates in residential neighborhoods, highlighting the need for greater protection and awareness among the community members, especially vulnerable groups such as the elderly. The police are expected to enhance patrolling efforts and community outreach to prevent similar occurrences in the future, as both residents and authorities seek to restore a sense of safety and security.