Elderly man assaulted with his own cane in Manassas; Suspect taken into custody

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An elderly man is hospitalized after being hit by his own cane during an assault Saturday afternoon in Prince William County.

According to Prince William County Police, the incident happened around 1:34 p.m. in the 9500 blk Covington Place in Manassas.

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Police said the man, identified as an 81-year-old, was struck in the head by his own cane while being assaulted.

The victim was taken to an area trauma center, where he is listed in stable condition.

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A suspect was taken into custody after the incident.

Police did not release details on the suspect, or a motive for the assault.