Family scared after NI home attacked

A young family has been left scared and confused after an attack on their home.

A teenage boy was spotted kicking and breaking in a door with such ferosity, it left a muddied boot print.

The incident happened at around 6pm on Monday evening in Shankill St, Lurgan.

A teenager wearing a dark coat was seen kicking and breaking a door.

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Muddy footprint on door.

The PSNI said: “The male then ran away in the company of another male teenager.

“As a result of this attack, a young family was left scared and confused.

“The door couldn’t be opened or closed and let in a draught on the coldest night of the year.

“Police are appealing for information in relation to this attack.

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House damaged.

“If you can provide information regarding this, contact 101 quoting reference 1723 of 7/12/20.

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