03/04/2017

Couple Assaulted In North Belfast

A couple, aged in their 30s, have been assaulted after four masked men forced their way into a house in north Belfast.

The incident happened in Cliftonpark Court at around 8.30pm on Saturday, 01 April.

A 10-year-old girl who was in the house at the time escaped injury.

The men demanded drugs, attacked the pair and searched the property.

Detective Inspector Richard Thornton said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who was in the area and who may have seen the masked gang. We would also like to hear from anyone who saw a black Ford hatchback, possibly a Fiesta or Focus that may have been used by the males involved in this incident. Detectives can be contacted at Musgrave police station by calling 101 quoting reference 1289 of 01/04/17.

"If someone would prefer to provide information without leaving their name, they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

(CD)

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