Garda appeal over aggravated burglary

Gardai in Navan are appealing for information in connection with a burglary which occurred at a house on the Kells Road, Navan, this morning around 12.50am.

The occupants of the house were confronted and threatened by two men, one of whom was carrying a knife. The culprits took three gold rings and a purse before leaving the scene.

The culprits are believed to be aged in their 20's, approximately six feet tall and of foreign national origin (possibly Eastern European). They wore black leather jackets.

Anybody who travelled on the Kells Road, Navan early this morning between 12.30am and 1.30am and saw any unusual or suspicious activity, in particular if the saw any vehicle pulled in in the vicinity of the railway level crossing, is asked to contact Navan Garda Station on (046) 9079930 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.