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Police have made a number of arrests following a burglary in East Belfast.

A spokesperson said: "A number of Christmas presents stolen including children’s gifts."

It is understood gifts stolen included presents for a 10 month old baby and a three-year-old.

The house in the east of the city was targeted before 11pm on Christmas Eve and a number of items stolen.

Police made a number of arrests last night but said they had not recovered stolen items at the time.

And they urged the public to be wary of being goods they suspect may have been stolen.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "As expected this has had a terrible impact on the family involved during what should be a time of joy.

"If you are offered any items which you believe to be stolen over the Christmas period please contact police.