A single farmer who was assaulted in his east Clare home was still in a critical condition in Limerick Regional Hospital last night. Mr Patrick "Paud" Skehan (68), of Ardnataggle, Bridgetown, received head injuries when he was attacked, blindfolded and tied up between 10 p.m. on Thursday and 8.40 a.m. on Friday.
Gardai believe robbery was the motive.
