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19 Nov 2025

County Derry householders left shaken after burglars wielding knife and hockey stick break into property

A number of items were stolen, including mobile phones, cash and jewellery, during the aggravated burglary

County Derry householders left shaken after burglars wielding knife and hockey stick break into property

The incident happened just before 6pm yesterday.

Detectives are appealing for information following a report of an aggravated burglary in Coleraine.

Detective Sergeant Higgins said: “It was reported shortly before 6pm on Tuesday, November 18, that two men had gained entry to a house in the Copse Close area. After entering the property, one of the men picked up a knife, while the other picked up a hockey stick.

“It was reported that a number of items were stolen, including mobile phones, a sum of cash and jewellery.

"The two men were both described as being aged in their 30s, approximately 5' 11" tall and of heavy build. They were both described as being dressed in black with their faces covered.

"Thankfully, the occupants of the house were physically uninjured, but have been left shaken by the ordeal.

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time, or in the Bushmills Road or Cloyfin Road area, and saw any suspicious activity, or who might have any information which could assist, including any dashcam or other video footage, to get in touch.

“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1222 of 18/11/25.”

Alternatively, 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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