Two men have been arrested following reports of creeper style burglaries in North Belfast.
Police say they are investigating a possible link between two reported incidents in the city, on Monday September 7 and Saturday September 12.
Sergeant Rice said: “At around 6am on Monday 7 September, it was reported that entry was gained to a house in the Merryfield Drive area. It was reported that a sum of money, a Samsung Laptop, an iPad device and car keys for a grey Honda Jazz car were taken during the incident. The car was taken from the property and later found locked at the Henderson Avenue area of North Belfast.
"Sometime between 8:20pm and 9:30pm on Saturday 12 September, it was reported that entry was gained to a property in the Upper Cavehill Road area and a silver VW Eos was stolen from the property. The vehicle was later found at the Silverstream Park area of North Belfast. Two men were seen by police leaving the vehicle and were arrested at the scene in relation to the incident.
“At this stage, police are investigating a link between both incidents. The two men were arrested on suspicion of two counts of burglary, two counts of aggravated taking and driving away, disqualified driving and no insurance. Both men are currently assisting police with their enquiries.
“Our investigation is ongoing and we would continue to appeal to anyone with any information to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1886 12/09/20. A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
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