Wexford family tied up and robbed

Gardaí in Wexford are investigating a robbery last night during which a family of five was tied up.

Gardaí in Wexford are investigating a robbery last night during which a family of five was tied up.

Five masked men broke into a house at Ballycullane near New Ross at around 8.30pm and tied up the occupants.

Two of the family were assaulted and threatened before the men escaped a short time later with antique jewellery.

The family were treated in Wexford General Hospital for shock and minor injuries.