Detectives in Newtownards are appealing for information following the report of an aggravated burglary at a house at High Street in Portaferry on Saturday 27th October.

Detective Sergeant Rachel Miskelly said: “Police received a report at around 9.30 pm on Saturday night that two masked men had forced their way into a house in the area and caused extensive damage inside whilst two male occupants barricaded themselves in a bedroom.

“The intruders then left the house and damaged a car parked outside belonging to one of the occupants, before leaving the scene.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the High Street area last night and who saw any suspicious activity or who has any information which could assist with our enquiries to contact detectives in Newtownards on 101 quoting reference number 1390 27/10/18.

“Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”