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18/01/2016
Gang Punch And Threaten Man At Knifepoint In North Belfast
A gang have threatened a man at knifepoint and punched him during an aggravated burglary in north Belfast.
The incident happened at a flat at Ross House in the Mount Vernon area at around 7.45pm on Sunday.
The man's sister was also forced into a bedroom, however she was not injured.
The 23-year-old man was punched in the face.
The gang were aged in their 30's and were wearing hoodies.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
The incident happened at a flat at Ross House in the Mount Vernon area at around 7.45pm on Sunday.
The man's sister was also forced into a bedroom, however she was not injured.
The 23-year-old man was punched in the face.
The gang were aged in their 30's and were wearing hoodies.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
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