The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is searching for two men wanted in connection with a violent home invasion Tuesday in Hilltop.
The incident happened at a home on Prudence Road around noon.
Police say two men wearing masks entered the residence and attacked the homeowner with an electric heater while he was reportedly sleeping.
The two suspects allegedly hit the 58 year old homeowner in the head with the heater several times, leaving him with serious injuries.
The suspects then allegedly stole a Walther .380 pistol before fleeing from the scene.
The victim’s name and condition have not been released.
Anyone with information regarding the incident are urged to contact the Fayette County 911 Center at (304) 574-1610 or Crime Stoppers at (304) 255-7867.