Woman (83) left badly shaken by burglary

AN 83-year-old Cullybackey woman has been left badly shaken after thieves stole jewellery, including an engagement ring, from her Ballymena Road home.

Police received a report of the burglary shortly after 12.30am this morning (Thursday).

The 83-year-old, who was in the house at the time of the incident, was left badly shaken, but not injured.

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Two of the items taken included a gold engagement ring and gold watch given to the woman by her late husband.

A police spokesperson said that enquiries are continuing and appealed for the safe return of the jewellery

Anyone with information is asked to contact Ballymena CID on 0845 600 8000. 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.

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