Suspected burglar almost run down after fleeing scene of break-in

A suspected burglar was almost hit by a jeep after fleeing the scene of a break-in at a house in Derry at the weekend.

Detectives are now investigating the burglary at the house in Culmore Road area of Derry on the afternoon of Sunday, January 11. 

Police received a report at approximately 4.45 pm that two men had been disturbed at the property and made off on foot in the direction of Drummond Park/ O’Donovan Road.

One of the men ran out in front of a jeep as he made his escape.

Detective Constable Richard Donnell said: “I appeal to anyone who was in the area and observed any suspicious activity, in particular the driver of a dark coloured jeep type vehicle that was travelling towards the City around this time."

“It is believed one of the suspects ran out in front of the jeep as he tried to make good his escape.” 

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detectives at Strand Road on 101, or if someone would prefer to provide information without leaving their details they can contact the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.