A family have been left “upset” after they discovered a burglar in their home in Belfast during the early hours of the morning.
The incident happened in a home in the Marlborough Park South area of south Belfast at around 3am on Monday morning.
Police said a resident of the home disturbed the burglary in progress.
A police spokesperson said: “At this stage, a number of small items have been noted to be missing. Understandably, the family have been left very upset by the intrusion into their home but we’re thankful that no-one was injured.
“The suspect is described as a man wearing a black puffer jacket aged in his 50s and approximately 5ft 5in in height. He may have been travelling on a mountain bike.
“Our investigation is continuing. Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area , or who may have relevant doorbell or CCTV footage, is asked to contact us on 101, quoting reference number 100 of 06/01/25.”