04/06/2014

PSNI Investigate Castlereagh Crime Spree

Police are appealing for information following a series of thefts from vehicles and a burglary in the Castlereagh area.

The PSNI has said a number of items including power tools, golf clubs, satellite navigation systems and money were stolen from 11 vehicles in the Grey Castle Manor, Glenview Heights and Marlborough Heights area on Tuesday. Criminal damage was also caused to two vehicles.

Police have said they suspect the thefts could be linked to a burglary in Brentwood Park in the early hours of Tuesday.

A number of follow-up inquiries are being made.

(IT/MH)

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