23/11/2017

Three People Left Shaken After Masked Men Enter House In L'Derry

Three people, including a young boy, have been left shaken after masked men entered their home in Co L'Derry.

The incident happened in the O'Casey Court area at around 9.50pm on Wednesday, 22 November.

Two women, aged in their 60's and 40's, and a young boy were in the property at the time.

Police believe one of the men may have had a firearm.

The family were not injured, however they were left shaken.

The PSNI are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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