Handbag and cash stolen as burglars strike in Derry

Detectives are appealing for witnesses following two burglaries in Clondermott Park in the Altnagelvin area.

It was reported at around 1.00 am, entry had been gained to a house in the Clondermott Park area and a handbag and some cash had been taken.

Police received a further report at around 2.15 am, that at around midnight there had been an attempt to gain entry to another property in the area.

Detective Constable Adam Beckett is appealing for anyone with any information about these incidents to contact Police.

He said: “We would also like to hear from anyone with CCTV footage of this area, or anyone who was driving in the area of Clondermott Park and who has dash cam footage available to contact detectives in Strand Road on 101 quoting reference numbers 71 and 124 of 16/10/2020.”

Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.

DC Beckett added: “Police would also like to remind home owners to keep their doors locked and their valuables out of sight.”