A man and woman were beaten and their car was stolen early Christmas Eve morning.

Police are searching for three suspects in connection with the incident, which occurred around 1:30am on 24 Dec. on Courts Road in George Town.

The man and woman were seated in a vehicle alongside the roadway when they were approached by two men and a woman, police said.

One of the men reportedly pulled the male victim from the vehicle and a struggle ensued.

He was stuck repeatedly, including with an object, and received injuries to his face and shoulder.

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The female victim was also struck by one of the robbers, police said.

The trio then entered the victims’ vehicle, which contained cash and personal items, and drove off.

The victims were treated at Cayman Islands Hospital for their injuries.

Police said they conducted enquiries yesterday and were able to track the stolen vehicle to a location nearby.

They recovered some of the stolen property in the area, however the suspects were not located.

Police said one of the male suspects was wearing a black shirt and jeans, while the other was wearing a black mask.

The female suspect is described as being of thick build and was wearing a light-coloured skirt.

The matter is currently under investigation.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact George Town CID at 949-4222.