Danville Police responded to a call of a burglary in the 800 block of Monroe St last night.
At about 7:30 PM yesterday evening, a Danville man was assaulted by a male suspect who kicked open the front door to his home in the 800 block of Monroe St. After kicking open the door the suspect entered the home, threatened to kill the victim, and began assaulting him. The victim suffered a cut under his eye and a knot on the back of his head during the assault but did not seek medical treatment.
The suspect left the scene before police arrived and was not located. He is described as a black male, 5’10”, wearing a black t-shirt and a black stocking cap at the time of the incident.
The police investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this or other incidents is encouraged to contact Danville Crimestoppers at (434) 793-0000, or via our crime tips line on your computer at crimetips@ci.danville.va.us. Information given will remain confidential.