Police in Lisburn have made four arrests this evening, Sunday 8th June, following a report of an aggravated burglary.

Inspector Davison said: “We received a report at approximately 5pm of an assault and extensive criminal damage caused to two ground floor flats within a building in the Gregg Street area of the city.

“Windows of two of the flats were smashed – and a chemical substance, believed to be petrol, was poured through a letterbox.

“Officers attended, alongside colleagues from other emergency services. Thankfully, the building did not need to be evacuated – and serious injuries were not reported.

“Four people, three men aged in their 30s, and a woman, also aged in her 30s, were arrested at the scene in connection with the investigation.

“Enquiries are at an early stage this evening - and we are still investigating the full circumstances of what happened. Although initially declared a major incident, the situation was later de-escalated.

“We would appeal to anyone with any information which might assist us to get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference number 961 08/06/25.”

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/