Home of Newcastle United's Joelinton targeted by thieves in attempted burglary

It is believed that the home of Newcastle United player Joelinton was targeted by thieves in an attempted burglary.

Northumbria Police were called on Saturday 13 January, shortly before 7.30pm.

Officers received a call from a concerned homeowner, who the force is not naming, who reported that three men were inside their property in north Newcastle.

"The homeowner was not home but had received a security alert on their phone and immediately reported concerns to police," a spokesman for Northumbria Police said.

“Police were deployed to the scene however, those alleged to be involved had fled the scene."

Newcastle were playing Manchester City at St James' Park at the time of the incident.

Joelinton is currently injured, but was at the ground.

Enquiries into the incident are currently ongoing and anyone with information is being urged to contact the police.

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