Cash taken during burglaries in Lisnaskea and Newtownbutler as police issue homeowner advice

“Police received a report that entry was gained to a house in the Knocks Road area of Lisnaskea sometime between 12.00pm and 6.30pm, and the property ransacked, Inspector Hicks said.

“It was reported that a sum of cash was taken during the incident. “A second report was received that entry was gained to a house in the Landbrock Road area of Newtownbutler sometime between 5.20pm and 5.55pm, and again, the property was ransacked and a sum of cash was taken. ““Our enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding these incidents and we are investigating whether they may be linked.

“We are especially keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV, dash-cam or other footage of these areas or noticed any suspicious vehicles or individuals.

“We would appeal for anyone with information to contact police using our witness appeal form at https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals quoting 1343 of 08/11/26 or call us on 101.

“Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.”

You can keep your property safe by following some simple advice:

• Locking up your property – including windows - if you’re heading out. Try to make your house look as occupied as possible.
• Check all windows and doors for any weaknesses.
• Even if you are at home, lock your front door and windows from the inside. Some front doors are often left unlocked when people are in and thieves know this.
• Keep valuables out of view in case a burglar looks through your front door or window. This applies to your car too – don’t leave anything in view that will attract thieves.
• Hide all keys out of sight and away from your front door and windows. To avoid keyless car theft, keep keys in a Faraday Bag or box to prevent your signal being intercepted and your vehicle stolen.
• Ensure you have an active and correctly installed burglar alarm to deter thieves. Placing cameras – or doorbell cameras - by entry points is also a good idea, as this records any unusual movement outside. If you don’t have an alarm or cameras, consider installing them.
• Don’t leave garden tools outside, as they could be used to facilitate a burglary, whether it be your house or car.
• Get to know your neighbours and keep an eye out for each other, particularly if you’re going away for short period - they can be your eyes and ears.

Report all suspicious activity by contacting police on 101.

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

For further information visit: https://www.psni.police.uk/safety-and-support/keeping-safe/protecting-your-home or you can speak with your local Crime Prevention Officer by calling 101