Gardaí appeal for witnesses after aggravated burglary in Mayo

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after an aggravated burglary took place at a residence in Killasser, Swinford, County Mayo on Monday evening, February 12.

Between 7.00pm and 7.30pm, two persons entered the property in Killasser armed with what is understood to be a knife. The suspected offenders threatened the male occupant of the house. No injuries were sustained during the course of the incident.

A number of items were stolen from the house and the suspects fled the scene in the homeowner’s vehicle. The stolen vehicle was recovered yesterday evening in Coolaney, County Sligo.

Any person who observed a 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser travelling in these areas is asked to contact gardaí.

An Incident Room has been established at Ballina Garda Station.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have information in relation to this incident to contact them at Ballina garda station on 096 20560, or the garda confidential line on 1800 666 111, or any garda station.