Burglar holds knife to woman’s throat during break-in, PSNI appeal for information

A burglar held a knife to a woman’s throat during an aggravated burglary in Co Down, the PSNI has revealed.
The PSNI is appealing for information about the burglars.The PSNI is appealing for information about the burglars.
The PSNI is appealing for information about the burglars.

Police are appealing for information following the report of an aggravated burglary at a residential property in the Governors Gate area of Hillsborough last night.

At approximately 10.45pm on Saturday, police received a report two men had entered a property and demanded money from the female occupant.

“One intruder held a knife to the female occupant’s throat,” police said. “The men ransacked the house and a sum of cash, a watch and a mobile phone were taken before the men fled from the scene.”

Detective Inspector Snoddy said: “Efforts are ongoing to identify those involved and we would appeal to anyone with information to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 2094 of 30/10/21. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org “

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