09/02/2018

Driver Of Stolen Car Caught With Open Bottle Of Wine

The driver of a stolen car has been arrested after police caught him with a bottle of wine in his hand.

Members of the public reported that the car was being driven dangerously in Ballymena.

Officers from the Armed Response Unit (ARU) stopped the vehicle and arrested the driver and passenger.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Thanks to the numerous members of the public who took the time to ring Police about the dangerous driving and giving the location of the vehicle."

(CD)

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