Masked gang threaten homeowners at knifepoint in North Hykeham
Aggravated burglary takes place after offenders forced their way in
People living in a house in North Hykeham have been threated at knifepoint.
5 men wearing ski masks or balaclavas forced their way inside during what police have described as a "terrifying ordeal."
The aggravated burglary reportedly took place around 11 o clock on Saturday night on Collingwood.
The homeowners barricaded themselves in a bedroom.
They weren't hurt.
Police are now carrying out house to house enquiries.
A statement on their website said:
We are very grateful for the support received from the local community and would like to appeal to any further witnesses, or anyone with information that may be relevant, to come forward. If you can help, please contact us in one of the following ways:
Call 101, quoting incident 453 of 2 April.
Email force.control@lincs.police.uk putting “Incident 453 of 2 April” in the subject line.
Call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111 or report online.