Hillsborough home ransacked by men armed with penknife

It is believed they gained entry to the property by smashing a window

The occupant of a Hillsborough property returned home to find two burglars in their property on Tuesday, one of whom is believed to have been armed with a penknife.

The incident occurred in the Gloucester Court area of the Co Down village. It is believed that the pair gained entry to the property via a smashed window.

Detective Sergeant Crossett said: “Shortly before 5pm, the occupant of a residential property in the Gloucester Court area reported returning home to locate two men inside the house.

“They both were reported to have approached the occupant, one of whom was believed to be holding a pen knife, before making off from the property.”

Detective Sergeant Crossett continued: “One of the men was described as being tall and of slim build, and dressed in dark coloured clothing, trainers, and a mask covering his face.

“The other male was also described as being of slim build, dressed in a dark coloured jacket with a white/grey hood pulled up, and dark coloured trousers, shoes and a face mask.

“It is believed that entry to the property, which was left ransacked, was gained via a smashed window.

“An investigation is underway, and we are appealing to anyone who might have noticed any suspicious activity in the area at the time to get in touch via 101, quoting reference number 1300 of 19/05/26.

“Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/, or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk”

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