Firearms stolen - Lightning Ridge, NSW

Police are appealing for information after a home was broken into and firearms stolen at Lightning Ridge yesterday, NSW Police say.

Between 7.30am and 4.30pm (Thursday 16 November 2017), a property within 3 Mile Opal Field was broken into.

Four firearms were stolen from the location:

- 3 x 12 gauge shotguns; and

- 1 x 410 shotgun

Officers from Castlereagh Local Area Command were notified and commenced investigations.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Lightning Ridge Police or Crime Stoppers.

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