Menu
26/06/2003
Elderly woman fights off burglars
Police are appealing for information after an attempted robbery at the home of two elderly women in east Belfast.
The incident happened at around 8.30pm last night when two intruders entered a house in Westcott Street occupied by a 70-year-old woman and her 99-year-old mother.
The two men where confronted by the daughter who eventually forced them from her home empty-handed.
One of the men is described as being in his late teens, of stocky build, around 5'8 in height, wearing a light blue shirt.
The other man is around 5'4, with dark thinning hair, moustache, wearing a light coloured top.
Police at Strandtown have asked for anyone who may have saw anything suspicious in the alleyway to the rear of Westcott Street to contact them on 028 9065 0222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
(MB)
The incident happened at around 8.30pm last night when two intruders entered a house in Westcott Street occupied by a 70-year-old woman and her 99-year-old mother.
The two men where confronted by the daughter who eventually forced them from her home empty-handed.
One of the men is described as being in his late teens, of stocky build, around 5'8 in height, wearing a light blue shirt.
The other man is around 5'4, with dark thinning hair, moustache, wearing a light coloured top.
Police at Strandtown have asked for anyone who may have saw anything suspicious in the alleyway to the rear of Westcott Street to contact them on 028 9065 0222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
(MB)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
19 November 2024
Two Arrested After High-Speed Police Chase In West Belfast
Two men have been arrested following a high-speed police chase in west Belfast early Monday morning. At around 2:30 AM, police spotted a white Volkswagen Golf traveling at excessive speed on the Westlink.
Two Arrested After High-Speed Police Chase In West Belfast
Two men have been arrested following a high-speed police chase in west Belfast early Monday morning. At around 2:30 AM, police spotted a white Volkswagen Golf traveling at excessive speed on the Westlink.
19 November 2024
Police Appeal After Arson Attack In Newtownards
Detectives have renewed an appeal for information following a deliberate arson attack at a vacant property in the Weaver's Grange area of Newtownards. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17 November, 2023. Police and firefighters were called to the scene at around 12:40am.
Police Appeal After Arson Attack In Newtownards
Detectives have renewed an appeal for information following a deliberate arson attack at a vacant property in the Weaver's Grange area of Newtownards. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17 November, 2023. Police and firefighters were called to the scene at around 12:40am.
14 November 2024
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
03 February 2016
Gang Attack Man During Burglary In South Belfast
A gang of three men have attacked another man during an armed burglary in south Belfast. The incident happened in the Diamond Gardens area at around 8.10pm on Tuesday. The men, one armed with a small knife, took the keys of a black Audi A6, and made off in the car in the direction of Finaghy Road North.
Gang Attack Man During Burglary In South Belfast
A gang of three men have attacked another man during an armed burglary in south Belfast. The incident happened in the Diamond Gardens area at around 8.10pm on Tuesday. The men, one armed with a small knife, took the keys of a black Audi A6, and made off in the car in the direction of Finaghy Road North.
22 August 2006
Police investigate city centre robberies
Police have appealed for information following a robbery in south Belfast, in which a woman was assaulted. The incident happened at around 7.20pm yesterday evening, when a robber entered a business premises on Arthur Street in the city centre.
Police investigate city centre robberies
Police have appealed for information following a robbery in south Belfast, in which a woman was assaulted. The incident happened at around 7.20pm yesterday evening, when a robber entered a business premises on Arthur Street in the city centre.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
