Gardai are appealing for information in relation to a burglary in Munnilly, Cootehill.
The incident occurred on the 19th of February at approximately 6.50pm.
The homeowner was upstairs and heard a noise, came down to inspect and heard persons talking in the kitchen.
The homeowner banged on the door and the culprits fled.
The homeowner went to a neighbour's house and alerted Gardai.
Gardai described the incident as "a very frightening experience" for the homeowner and are anxious to hold the culprits to account.
If you have any information or noticed anything suspicious Gardai in Cootehill or Bailieboro would like to hear from you.