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28/02/2014
Digger Used To Steal ATM
Police are appealing for information following a burglary at a service station on Friday morning (28 February).
Shortly before 3.45am, thieves used a Volvo digger to remove an ATM machine from the service station on the Newcastle Road, Seaforde.
Considerable damage was caused to the building as a result of the incident.
Detectives believe the digger was also stolen from a nearby quarry shortly before the robbery. The vehicle was then set on fire and destroyed.
The stolen ATM is yet to be recovered.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information, is asked to contact police in Downpatrick on 0845 600 8000, or through Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
(JP)
Shortly before 3.45am, thieves used a Volvo digger to remove an ATM machine from the service station on the Newcastle Road, Seaforde.
Considerable damage was caused to the building as a result of the incident.
Detectives believe the digger was also stolen from a nearby quarry shortly before the robbery. The vehicle was then set on fire and destroyed.
The stolen ATM is yet to be recovered.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information, is asked to contact police in Downpatrick on 0845 600 8000, or through Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
(JP)
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