Lack main Street was the scene of the robbery
It is thought that the robbery in Lack on Monday may have been part of a suspected gang crime spree in rural Fermanagh.
On the same day two properties were also robbed in Maguiresbridge, including one on the Main Street, as well as a property in the Tyrone village of Drumquin.
It is thought the four crimes may be linked.
Last week the Herald reported how Geordie and Bella Evans’ home on Main Street,Lack was ransacked on Monday December 16 and cash, jewellery and possessions taken, including jewellery that belonged to their late daughter Sharon, who died in a car crash 12 years ago.
On the same day between 2pm and 6pm jewellery was stolen from a property in the Rabbitburrow Road area of Maguiresbridge, while within the same time period there was a theft in the Main Street area of the village and in the Tyrone village of Drumquin.
Two screwdrivers were used to force a PVC rear door in one of the incidents.
Local UUP councillor Rosemary Barton has urged people to take precautions to prevent further burglaries over the Christmas period.
“In this season of ‘goodwill to all’, homes are frequently left empty as people spend extra time visiting relatives, shopping or partying. Burglars are all too aware of how easy it is to take advantage of the situation at this time of year, as many homes have gifts in them that are easy to target.
“I therefore appeal to everyone not to leave car keys or gifts in sight of windows, develop a safety check routine ensuring all windows and doors are locked before going out.
“Also when leaving your home, leave some sort of presence in your home in your absence, whether it is a light that is timed to light up in the hours of darkness, or if leaving your home for an extended period of time and taking your car with you ,consider asking a trusted friend or neighbour to be extra vigilant towards your home and perhaps ask them to park their car in your drive way. And remember don’t advertise you’re going away on social media such as Facebook as thieves need no second invitation.”
Police confirmed this week that investigations were ongoing and as yet no arrests have been made. Detectives have asked anyone with any information to contact them on 0845 600 8000. Or contact the Crimestoppers number anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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