Detectives are appealing for information following a report of burglary at residential premises at the Strangford Avenue area of Downpatrick on Thursday 23rd January.

Detective Sergeant Lewis said: “Sometime between 4:15pm and shortly after 10:45pm, it was reported that entry was gained to a house in the area. Damage was caused to the back door window and the property was ransacked. It was reported that a sum of money and a number of designer handbags were taken during the incident. 

“Enquiries are continuing and police would appeal to anyone with any information in relation to the incident, to contact them on 1808 23/01/25. Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ .  You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”