Police are appealing for information following a reported early morning burglary in South Belfast.
Detectives received a report that a resident had disturbed a burglary in progress at around 3am this morning, Monday 6th January in the Marlborough Park South area.
According to police, at this stage, a number of small items have been noted to be missing.
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A PSNI spokesperson added: “Understandably, the family have been left very upset by the intrusion into their home but we’re thankful that no-one was injured.
“The suspect is described as a man wearing a black puffer jacket aged in his 50s and approximately 5ft 5in in height. He may have been travelling on a mountain bike.
“Our investigation is continuing. Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area , or who may have relevant doorbell or CCTV footage, is asked to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 100 of 06/01/25.”
A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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