17/05/2016

Teen Arrested With 'Swag Bag' Full Of iPads In L'Derry

A teenager with a 'swag bag' full of iPads and cameras has been arrested by police in L'Derry.

Officers were alerted following reports an alarm had been activated at the Holy Family Primary School at around 4am on Monday, 16 May.

A 16-year-old boy was arrested for burglary and is currently being detained by the police.

The PSNI are appealing to anyone who seen any suspicious activity in the area to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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