A MAN arrested by police investigating a burglary in Ballycastle remains in custody.

During the burglary, which happened in the Marconi Park area of the town between 6.20pm and 11.45pm on July 31, the property was ransacked and two gold-coloured watches stolen.

A PSNI spokesman said the homeowner was left "left extremely distressed following the incident".

A 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary today.