Police Appeal For Information After Creeper Burglary In North Belfast

Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of a creeper-style burglary in north Belfast where a vehicle was stolen.

The incident occurred at a house in the Brookvale Avenue area sometime between Tuesday, 26 August 2025 and Monday, 1 September 2025.

Detective Sergeant Faulkner said that a blue Honda CRV Sport was reported stolen from outside the property. Enquiries are ongoing to locate the vehicle.

Police are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area during the time of the burglary and noticed any suspicious behaviour to contact them on 101, quoting reference number 1100 of 01/09/25. They are also interested in any dashcam, CCTV, or other video footage that may be of assistance.

Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the PSNI's non-emergency reporting form at psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

MLA Condemns 'disgraceful' Attacks On Filipino Nationals

North Antrim MLA Jon Burrows has condemned a number of "disgraceful" attacks on Filipino nationals in the Ballymena area. The UUP MLA described the victims as "law abiding and hard working people who make a significant contribution to the local economy."

Mr Burrows confirmed that he will be reaching out to Sam Carson today and has already contacted a senior police team in the area to check on the progress of the investigation. He also requested additional patrols to reassure the local community and deter further attacks.

The MLA is appealing to anyone with information about the crimes to come forward. "I appeal to anyone with information about this crime to contact the PSNI, or if they feel they cannot do so - to contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111," he said.

Long Welcomes BCC Move To Buy Assembly Rooms

Alliance Lisnasharragh Councillor Michael Long, who jointly put forward an initial proposal for Belfast City Council to buy the Grade B1 listed Assembly Rooms building in the city centre, has welcomed the ratification of the decision to officially put a bid in to purchase the space.

Mr Long said: "We have a duty to protect, cherish, and maintain our historic cultural institutions. The Assembly Rooms building is a key landmark representing the legacy of Belfast’s past, but now, with restoration to bring it back into public use, it has the opportunity to play its own part in shaping the future of the city and its cultural heritage for generations to come.

"This is incredibly exciting progress that we hope only marks the beginning of even more efforts to regenerate Belfast city centre for all who live, work, and visit here."