A burglary investigation has been launched after a group of men in dark clothing 'smashed a rear patio door' before ransacking a home with "some cash taken".
Police say the incident on Blackrock Avenue, Newtownards happened on Thursday, December 5 while the occupant was out.
They are appealing for witnessed of anyone with dashcam footage, CCTV to get in touch.
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A PSNI spokesperson said: "Detectives are investigating a burglary at a house in the Blackrock Avenue area of Newtownards last night, Thursday 5 December.
The home was entered by smashing a rear patio door, whilst the occupant was out between 7.30pm and 8.20pm. The property was ransacked and some cash was taken.
"It's believed a number of men, dressed in dark clothing and travelling in a dark coloured hatchback may have been involved and investigating police are keen to hear from witnesses or anyone who may have captured any footage - doorbell, CCTV, dashcam, phone etc. - in the area during the specified timeframe. Detectives can be contacted on 101, please quote reference 1512 5/12/24. Information can also be submitted online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ "
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