A burglar entered a house in Co Antrim where he pointed a gun at a man and young child, the PSNI has said.
Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses in relation to a report of an aggravated burglary at a house in Ahoghill.
Shortly before 7.45pm yesterday, Monday 30 December, police received a report that a man smashed the glass of a door at a property in the Laurel Park area before entering the property.
It was reported that the intruder, who had his face covered, then pointed a gun at the male householder and a female child.
The householder then left the property with the child.
Detective Sergeant Erskine said: “A man aged in his 30s was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including aggravated burglary and stealing, carrying a firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of a Class B controlled drug, and possession of a Class C controlled drug.
“He remains in custody at this time. We would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw what happened, or who has any information which might assist, to get in touch.
“The number to call is 101, quoting reference number 1481 of 30/12/24.”
A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.
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.