A 66-year-old man suffered blows and was seriously injured during a hold-up at his home in Tal-Balal Road, San, Gwann, this morning, the police said.
The man was alone when two hooded men entered his house. He was punched and hit with a hard object.
The thieves escaped with cash and some jewellery.
The victim is being treated in hospital. His injuries are not life threatening.
Magistrate Miriam Hayman is leading an inquiry.