Appeal to find masked men who 'threatened residents with bats and knives' in Mansfield burglary

The six criminals who wore face coverings, are reported to have smashed open a door with bats, demanded money, threatened residents and then stole their vehicle during an aggravated burglary at a property in Elm Tree Avenue.

Officers appealing for information about the attack on Saturday, November 14 and for witnesses to come forward.

Detective Constable Olivia West said: "This must have been a very frightening experience for those involved.

"Officers were called at around 9.30pm on Saturday 14 November following the report of an aggravated burglary at a home in Elm Tree Avenue in Mansfield.

"We were swiftly on the scene, but the men had left.

"Thankfully no one was injured, but residents are still clearly distressed following the incident.

"It was reported that there were six men wearing dark clothing and balaclavas and they threatened occupants with bats and knives.

"Officers will be providing ongoing support for the family as a team of detectives work tirelessly to trace those responsible.

"We are following up a number of lines of enquiry to get these men in custody but I would appeal for anyone who has information or CCTV or dash-cam footage of anything suspicious in the area to come forward as soon as possible.

"Anyone with information is urged to contact Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 740 of 14 November 2020."

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