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Police issue description as intruder robs pensioner in Loughgall home

An elderly man has been left shaken after being robbed in his home at Loughgall tonight (Tuesday).

The pensioner had been at the house on the Tirmacrannon Road when the robbery happened between 6.30pm and 7pm.

The intruder forced his way inside and was confronted by the elderly man.

The robber pushed the pensioner against the kitchen counter before stealing his wallet.

The man was not injured but left badly shaken by his ordeal.

The robber is described as being in his 20s or 30s and was wearing a grey coat and trousers and hat.

Detective Constable Victoria Holmes appealed to anyone who witnessed anything or has any information to get in touch with the police in Lurgan on the non-emergency number 101. Altnernatively, information can be passed anonymously via the Crimestoppers charity 0800 555 111.

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