The reported burglary happened in Ballynahinch on Friday evening. Stock image.

The reported burglary happened in Ballynahinch on Friday evening. Stock image.

The occupants of a property in Co Down were left shaken after two men tried to force their way inside.

Detectives are appealing for information following the reported burglary in Ballynahinch.

Shortly after 9.50pm on Friday evening, it was reported that two men tried to gain entry to a property in the Clanwilliams Court area.

Detective Inspector Ryan said: “The occupants of the house reported hearing loud banging at their front door and discovered two men trying to force it open with a crow bar.

“Both suspects were described as wearing dark-coloured clothing with their faces covered. They left the area on foot.

“Thankfully, the occupants were physically uninjured, however, they have been left shaken by the ordeal.

“We would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time who has information which may assist our investigation, or who may have captured any dash cam or mobile phone footage, to contact 101, and quote reference number 1918 of 03/10/25.”