'˜Alarm' over rise in Lisburn burglaries

There has been a rise in burglaries in the Lisburn area in recent months prompting a call from local MLA Paul Givan for the police and the local community to work together to tackle the problem.

Mr Givan’s comments come after detectives issued an appeal for information following the latest burglary at a house in the Harmony Hill area of Lisburn on Tuesday, February 16.

Sometime between 10.30am and 4.30pm the house was entered and two rooms were ransacked and a sum of money was stolen.

Detective Sergeant James Johnston said: “I would appeal to anyone who may have noticed anyone acting suspiciously in the area between these times to contact Detectives at Reactive and Organised Crime at Lisburn on the non-emergency number 101.

“Alternatively, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

The police have also issued a reminder to local people to ensure their homes are secure at all times. Detective Sergeant James Johnston continued: “It is imperative that people remember to close an