Police are investigated reports a gang armed with hammers and handguns trashed a home and assaulted a man.
Detectives in Bangor are appealing for information and witnesses following the report of an aggravated burglary in the town in the early hours of Friday morning (September 30).
Detective Sergeant Shivers said: “Shortly before 4am, it was reported that four men, armed with hammers and handguns, gained entry to a property at Railwayview Street.
Read more: Laser directed at aircraft from Lurgan area, according to report
“They reportedly trashed the inside of it, and assaulted a male occupant. The suspects were said to be wearing dark coloured clothing and masks, and are believed to have made off on foot following the incident.
“Our enquiries into this incident are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed any suspicious activity, or who may have any information which could assist us, to get in touch. Please call 101 and quote reference number 192 of 30/09/22.”
The police added that people can also provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.
READ NEXT:
- Man arrested in Newtownards as part of investigation into drugs supply linked to East Belfast UVF
- NI mum takes up bodybuilding to help beat depression
- Artemis Belfast to Bangor ferry plan a step closer as design plans unveiled
- Mortgage rates Northern Ireland: How much extra you will pay as financial pressures continue
For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here. To sign up to our FREE newsletters, see here.
