Menu
28/07/2014
Man Charged Following Hijacking
A man has been charged with a number of offences following a hijacking last week.
Police have said the man, aged 33, has been charged with hijacking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, aggravated vehicle taking in which a vehicle is driven dangerously, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, dangerous driving, possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and threats to kill.
The charges are in connection with a car hijacking in the New Barnsley Park area of West Belfast at around 9pm on Friday night (25 July). It is understood the female driver of a car had been approached by a man armed with a knife and was threatened. Her car, a red Audi, was stolen and later found abandoned in the area of La Salle Drive. She was not injured in the incident.
The accused is set to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court today (28 July).
(JP/CD)
Police have said the man, aged 33, has been charged with hijacking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, aggravated vehicle taking in which a vehicle is driven dangerously, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, dangerous driving, possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and threats to kill.
The charges are in connection with a car hijacking in the New Barnsley Park area of West Belfast at around 9pm on Friday night (25 July). It is understood the female driver of a car had been approached by a man armed with a knife and was threatened. Her car, a red Audi, was stolen and later found abandoned in the area of La Salle Drive. She was not injured in the incident.
The accused is set to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court today (28 July).
(JP/CD)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
24 March 2004
Man stabbed in car hijacking
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed during a car hijacking in Co Antrim on Tuesday. The incident occurred at the Kingsway Complex in Dunmurry at around 10pm. The man was getting into his vehicle when he was approached by another man who demanded his keys.
Man stabbed in car hijacking
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed during a car hijacking in Co Antrim on Tuesday. The incident occurred at the Kingsway Complex in Dunmurry at around 10pm. The man was getting into his vehicle when he was approached by another man who demanded his keys.
06 March 2019
Man Charged Over Vehicle Hijacking In L'Derry
Police investigating the hijacking of a vehicle in L'Derry have charged a man with a number of offences. The 26-year-old is accused of common assault, driving whilst unfit and using a motor vehicle without insurance, in relation to a hijacking in the city on Monday 04 March. He is due to appear at L'Derry Magistrates Court today, 06 March.
Man Charged Over Vehicle Hijacking In L'Derry
Police investigating the hijacking of a vehicle in L'Derry have charged a man with a number of offences. The 26-year-old is accused of common assault, driving whilst unfit and using a motor vehicle without insurance, in relation to a hijacking in the city on Monday 04 March. He is due to appear at L'Derry Magistrates Court today, 06 March.
28 March 2006
Man held at knifepoint during west Belfast hijacking
Police in west Belfast have appealed for information following a hijacking incident last night. The victim was standing beside his car in the Falls Road area of the city shortly after 2am, when he was approached by three men.
Man held at knifepoint during west Belfast hijacking
Police in west Belfast have appealed for information following a hijacking incident last night. The victim was standing beside his car in the Falls Road area of the city shortly after 2am, when he was approached by three men.
10 September 2003
Three men in court over carjacking
Three men were due to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court today in connection with the hijacking of a car on the outskirts of Belfast. A 19-year-old man and an 18-year-old man will be charged with hijacking, while a 21-year-old man will be charged with aiding and abetting the hijacking.
Three men in court over carjacking
Three men were due to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court today in connection with the hijacking of a car on the outskirts of Belfast. A 19-year-old man and an 18-year-old man will be charged with hijacking, while a 21-year-old man will be charged with aiding and abetting the hijacking.
24 June 2014
Man Charged Over Burglaries
A man, aged 31, has been charged with a number of burglaries and hijackings. The offences occurred in the south Armagh area on 20 December 2013. He was charged with attempted burglary, three counts of burglary, two counts of hijacking and criminal damage. He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates' Court on 9 July.
Man Charged Over Burglaries
A man, aged 31, has been charged with a number of burglaries and hijackings. The offences occurred in the south Armagh area on 20 December 2013. He was charged with attempted burglary, three counts of burglary, two counts of hijacking and criminal damage. He is due to appear before Newry Magistrates' Court on 9 July.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
