18/11/2015

Masked Men Attack Couple In Co Antrim

Five masked men have attacked a man and woman in Co Antrim.

The gang, who were armed with crowbars, also ransacked the property in the Greenhill Road area in Ballymoney between 8.15pm and 8.30pm on Monday, 16 November, and made off with a sum of cash.

The men assaulted the man and woman inside the house. The couple were not seriously injured, however they were left shaken.

Detective Sergeant Kelly Gallagher said: "I would appeal to anyone who was in the Knock Road and Greenhill Road area last night and noticed any suspicious activity, or anyone with any other information, to contact detectives at Coleraine station on 101.

"Alternatively, information can be given to the Crimestoppers charity anonymously by telephoning 0800 555 111."

(CD/JP)




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