Detectives investigating whether five Co Down burglaries are connected
The PSNI is investigating possible links between five burglaries in Co Down.
At around 3am today, a property in the Gransha Road area of Rathfriland was broken into.
The police said they believe entry was gained via a garage by two males.
They added: “We believe this incident may be linked to a number of other burglaries and attempted burglaries reported between November 2 and 9 in the Newry Road area of Mayobridge, Derrycraw Road in Newry, Ballinaskeagh Road in Banbridge, and Newry Road in Kilkeel.
“During these incidents, attempts were made to steal tools and, in some cases, tools were taken.
“Our enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding these incidents.
"At this stage, we are investigating a potential link.”
Anyone with doorbell camera footage or who saw anything suspicious is asked to ring police on 101 and quote the reference number 48 10/11/26.