Police are investigating after an intruder pointed a gun at man and a female child.
The incident happened in Laurel Park area of Ahoghill, Co Antrim on Monday, according to a PSNI statement issued on Tuesday.
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to the report of an aggravated burglary at the house.
Detective Sergeant Erskine said: “Shortly before 7.45pm yesterday, Monday 30th December, police received a report that a man smashed the glass of a door at a property in the Laurel Park area before entering the property.
“It was reported that the intruder, who had his face covered, then pointed a gun at the male householder and a female child. The householder then left the property with the child.
“A man aged in his 30s was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including aggravated burglary and stealing, carrying a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of a Class B controlled drug, and possession of a Class C controlled drug.
“He remains in custody at this time. We would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw what happened, or who has any information which might assist, to get in touch. The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1481 of 30/12/24.”
The police said a report can also be made using their online reporting form at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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