22/01/2024

Renewed Appeal For Information On Dungiven Incidents

The PSNI's Terrorism Investigation Unit have issued a fresh appeal for information on a number of incidents of intimidation in Dungiven on Friday, 19 January.

Detectives are continuing to investigate reports that from approximately 7.15pm, a number of masked and armed men entered four local bars and threatened people inside, claiming to represent the IRA.

Making an appeal for information, Detective Inspector Wilson said: "We know that the bars were heavily populated and detectives are keen to speak with anyone who was in any of the bars at the time to contact Police with any information to assist with the investigation.

"We arrested a 58-year-old man on Sunday, 21st January, under the Terrorism Act and he remains in police custody at this time.

"Anyone who can help with ongoing enquiries is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1421 19/01/24."

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport

Information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.

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