28/04/2023

PSNI Investigating Number Of Rural Thefts

PSNI detectives has conducted a search operation of a property in the Ballyclare area as part of an investigation into a number of rural thefts.

Following the operation, Detective Inspector Lenaghan said: "Our enquiries into what could amount to be dozens of incidents of rural thefts across the country since 2017, led us to a property on the Irish Hill Road, near Ballyclare, on Thursday, where we recovered over 100 items from the property, including vehicles and power tools. A 46 year old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of handling stolen goods and later released on police bail to allow for further enquiries to be carried out.

"Our investigation is continuing and I would ask anyone who has any information which could assist us with our enquiries, to contact detectives in Antrim on 101, quoting reference number 484 27/04/23.

"If you would like crime prevention advice or information, contact police on 101 or visit our website: www.psni.police.uk. Reports can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."

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