20/11/2019

One Charged Over Ballynahinch Attempted ATM Theft

A man is due in court over the attempted theft of an ATM machine in Ballynahinch, Co Down.

The 26 year-old is charged with burglary (non-dwelling), criminal damage endangering life with intent, aggravated vehicle taking causing damage to property and theft.

He will appear before Newtownards Magistrates' Court this morning, Wednesday 20 November.

Would-be thieves used a bulldozer to attempt to remove the cash dispenser from Carlisle's petrol station on the Belfast Road early on Monday morning, 18 November. Significant damage was caused to the business.

The suspect was arrested in Saintfield on Tuesday along with two others.

A 25 year-old remains in custody assisting police with enquiries, while another individual, aged 24, has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

All charges will be reviewed by the PPS, as is normal procedure.



(JG/MH)

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