17/10/2025

Two Men Arrested After Aggravated Burglary And Assault In North Belfast

The PSNI have arrested two men folllowing an aggravated burglary and assault in north Belfast today, 17 October.

A man sustained facial and head injuries after being assaulted by two men who forced entry into his property.

Detective Sergeant Long said: "Local policing officers were immediately dispatched to the address, where they located and arrested a 26-year-old and 33-year-old man.
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"Both were arrested on a number of offences including aggravated burglary, possession of a firearm in suspicious circumstances and attempted grievous bodily harm. They remain in custody at this time.

"The victim was conveyed to hospital for treatment to his injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening."


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