09/06/2017

Appeal Issued Following Aggravated Burglary In East Belfast

Police have issued an appeal for information following an aggravated burglary at a house in east Belfast overnight.

Three men armed with baseball bats entered the house on Trillick Street, causing damage to the house and threatening the occupants.

Detective Sergeant Keith Wilson said: "We are keen to hear from anyone with information about this crime. Detectives can be contacted at the offices of Reactive and Organised Crime, Musgrave Police station by calling 101, quoting reference number 22 09/06/17."

Information can also be given anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

(MH/LM)

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