Public appeal as burglars strike

Officers in Banbridge are appealing for information after the break-in at Ballygowan Road.

A spokesperson revealed that sometime between 8pm on Thursday, 5 September and 8am on Friday, 6 September entry was forced to a garage in the area. A quantity of oil and power-steering fluid was taken.

Police are appealing for anyone who noticed any activity around the garage during the relevant time, or anyone who is offered oil or steering fluuid for sale under suspicious circumstances, to get in touch.

Contact police in Banbridge on 0845 600 8000. If you prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Meanwhile, Police are also investigating a separate burglary in the Kilwarlin Park area of Hillsborough on 2 September.

The patio doors at the property were forced and a sum of cash taken.

Again, anyone who noted any suspicious people or vehicles in the area is asked to contact police on 0845 600 8000.