21/06/2023

Investigation Launched After Man Awakes To Burglars In His Home

An investigation has been launched after an elderly man found two men removing items from his home in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 21 June.

The man was asleep in his home on Brookhill Avenue, when he awoke at around 3.30am to find two unknown men removing items from the house. The men fled the scene when the homeowner discovered them.

Anyone who was in the area early this morning and who may have seen two men, possible dressed in black with their faces covered, is asked to contact Musgrave CID by calling 101, quoting reference 193 21/06/23.

Information can also be provided by using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

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