21/03/2018

Investigation Launched After Disabled Man's Vehicle Stolen In South Belfast

An investigation has launched after a man with a severe disability had his car stolen in south Belfast.

The keys of the specially-adapted Honda Jazz are believed to have been stolen during a break-in at a property in the Windsor Avenue area between 1.30pm and 4pm on Monday, 19 March.

The vehicle was seen driving erratically in the Divis area of west Belfast and was later found burned out in the same area.

Police described the incident as a "despicable act".

The PSNI are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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