POLICE are appealing for public assistance as investigations continue into an aggravated break-and-enter in Moree overnight.

At about 2.15am on Wednesday, March 19, police were called to a Moree motel, following reports of a break-in.

On arrival officers attached to New England Police District were told two males – armed with a knife – broke into a room and confronted the occupants, demanding keys.

The males took the keys and left, stealing an MG station wagon parked outside before driving off, crashing through a perimeter fence.

The occupants of the room – a man and woman both aged 73 – were not physically injured.

A crime scene was established and forensically examined.

Officers conducted patrols of the town and the stolen MG was involved in a short pursuit with police before being terminated due to safety concerns.

As investigations continue, police are seeking to identify the two males who may be able to assist officers with their inquiries.

One of the males is described as being about 175cm tall and wearing a black long sleeve shirt, black pants, and a face covering.

The second male is described as wearing a black jacket, black shorts and a face covering.

Police are urging anyone with CCTV, dashcam footage or information about this incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au

Information is managed on a confidential basis.

The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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