Lisburn: masked burglars threaten to kidnap boy after cash demands

Two masked men, armed with hammers have threatened to kidnap a man's young son during an aggravated burglary in Lisburn, it emerged today (Thursday).

The incident happened yesterday evening when the men entered a house in the Ballynacoy Road area.

Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Shortly after 9.45pm, it was reported that two masked men armed with hammers entered a property in the Ballynacoy Road area of the city and demanded that the occupant hand over a sum of money.

“It was reported that the intruders then punched the male householder to the side of the head, and hit his hand with the hammer.

“When the occupant said that he did not have money, the intruders grabbed his young son and threatened to take him.

“The householder then handed over a sum of cash from the safe together with two sets of car keys.”

“Our enquiries are ongoing, and we are asking anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed what happened, or anyone who has any information which might assist, to get in touch.

“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1594 of 13/11/24.”

You can also make a report online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org