13/11/2019

Elderly Man Burgled In Ballymena

An elderly man has been left shaken after three masked men burgled his house in Ballymena, Co Antrim.

Police said the incident occurred at around 6.45pm on Waring Street on Tuesday evening, 12 November.

Three masked men wearing dark clothing forced open the door of the man's home and made their way through the house before running off in the direction of Moat Road.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "The occupant is very shaken up by the incident and we are extremely grateful for how members of the community have rallied around him this evening.

"If you have any information, please contact Police and quote reference number CC1566 of 12/11/19. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 with any information relating to this."



(JG/CM)

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