Two men charged with aggravated burglary in Newry

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Detectives investigating reports of a burglary and attempted burglary in the Altnamachin Road area of Newry on Wednesday morning, 28th February have charged two men to court

A 30-year-old man has been charged with aggravated burglary and two counts of possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

The second man, aged 32, has been charged with aggravated burglary with intent to steal, going equipped for burglary, possessing an article with blade or point in a public place, and possession of a Class B controlled drug.

Both men are due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday 29th February.

As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.