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A couple in their 70s were left shaken by a 'vicious' attack on their home in Ashton-under-Lyne.

Photos shared with the Manchester Evening News show a scene of devastation at the home of David and Eileen Mayall, who have lived in the Taunton area of the town since 1977.

Two bricks were thrown through their front door, while the windscreen and passenger windows of their car and caravan parked on the drive were smashed to pieces. The couple said police told them it was a targeted attack - but one which they believe was on the wrong address.

David, 72, was at home in the living room watching Midsomer Murders at 12:40am on Wednesday (December 10). "Suddenly, all hell broke loose, and there was a terrific crash," he told the M.E.N.

"I looked into the porch when seconds later

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