Appeal For Information On Aggravated Burglary

The PSNI have issued an appeal for information following a report of an aggravated burglary in Newtownabbey in the early hours of Tuesday 10th May.

Making the appeal, Detective Sergeant McDowell said: "It was reported shortly before 5.50am that two males, carrying a screwdriver, gained entry to a home via the rear of the home in the Station Road area.

"The men searched the house, demanding money and jewellery, before making off with a number of items in the occupants vehicle, a black Peugeot Allure.

"One of the suspects was described as being approximately 6" in height, of lean build and wearing a dark hat, a dark mask and dark clothing.

"The other suspect was described as being around 5'8" in height, of lean build and also wearing a dark hat and dark clothing.

"Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious activity, or have any dash cam footage which could assist us, to call 101, and quote reference number 194 of 10/05/22."

A report can also be submitted online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/