A man has allegedly been 'struck on the head' in an 'aggravated burglary' at a flat in North Belfast.
It's alleged the incident, which is reported to have happened in the Cliftonpark Avenue area on Friday, February 10, involved 'a number of men armed with baseball bats'.
A number of windows are said to have been damaged.
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PSNI Detective Sergeant Kennedy said: “Shortly before 5:30am, it was reported that a number of men entered a flat in the area armed with baseball bats.
"It was reported that a man in his 30s who was inside the property was struck on the head. A number of windows inside the flat were also damaged during the incident.
“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and we would appeal to anyone with any information, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 177 10/02/23.
"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”
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