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Masked men tie up and assault man in terrifying burglary

Incident happened shortly after 10.30pm last night

Masked men tied up and assaulted another man as they ransacked a house in Banbridge last night (Tuesday).

It was reported that three men entered the house in the Summerhill Brae area shortly after 10.30pm.

Detectives in Lurgan are appealing for information following the terrifying aggravated burglary.

Detective Inspector Stephen Harvey said: “It was reported that at 10.35 pm three masked men forced entry to the property and assaulted a male in his 30s before they tied him up and ransacked the property before making off.

Anyone with information should contact 101 quoting reference 1579 of 19/09/2017, or if they wish to remain anonymous Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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