Distraction burglary East Belfast
26 Mar 2011
Detectives in East Belfast are appealing for information following a distraction type burglary at a house of elderly sisters in the Connsbrooke Ave area yesterday afternoon (Fri 25 March).
Around 4pm an unknown man called at the house and claimed to be there regarding their security. When the lady opened her door he pushed passed her and kept both ladies in the late eighties and late nineties talking in the sitting room. One of the lady’s became aware of another male in the house. Both men left after a short time.
It wasn’t until later in the evening that the lady realised her red coloured trolley bag containing a large sum of money, a post office savings book and some jewellery was missing.
Anyone who noticed any unusual activity in the area or who has any information regarding the burglary is asked to contact detectives at Musgrave Street CID on 0845 600 8000. Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.
