'This was a terrifying experience for the occupants'
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were attacked during an attempted burglary in North Belfast.
Detectives say they received a report shortly before 10pm on Thursday night, March 23, that three masked men forced their way into a house in the Manor Close area. They punched a man in his 60s to the head and mouth before causing some damage to the downstairs of the property."When a younger man aged in his 20s came downstairs, they began attacking him. Grabbing him in a chokehold and punching him while making threats to kill," Detective Sergeant Young said."This was a terrifying experience for the occupants of this property and our investigation is now underway to establish the circumstances and detain those responsible.
"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org."For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepagehere and sign up to our daily newsletter here.
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