Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses following a report of an aggravated burglary in Hillsborough yesterday afternoon, Tuesday 19th May.

Detective Sergeant Crossett said: "Shortly before 5pm, the occupant of a residential property in the Gloucester Court area reported returning home to locate two men inside the house.

"They both were reported to have approached the occupant, one of whom was believed to be holding a pen knife, before making off from the property.”

Detective Sergeant Crossett continued: "One of the men was described as being tall and of slim build, and dressed in dark coloured clothing, trainers, and mask covering his face.

"The other male was also described as being of slim build, dressed in a dark coloured jacket with a white / grey hood pulled up, and dark coloured trousers, shoes and face mask.

"It is believed that entry to the property, which was left ransacked, was gained via a smashed window.

"An investigation is underway, and we are appealing to anyone who might have noticed any suspicious activity in the area at the time, to get in touch via 101, quoting reference number 1300 of 19/05/26."

Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/, or you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk