Three men target 'Newcastle United stars house' in burglary in Darras Hall

A property was targeted last night in the Darras Hall area.

The incident occurred at around 7:30pm, with the homeowner not at home at the time and receiving a security alert on their phone.

Reports indicate the property is owned by Newcastle United's Joelinton.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: 'Police received a call from a concerned homeowner who reported that three men were inside their home on Runnymede Road in Darras Hall

'Police were deployed to the scene however, those alleged to be involved had fled the scene.

'Enquires remain ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact us via 101, or the ‘Report’ pages of our website, quoting log NP-20240113-0835.'"

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