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Community Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Man Arrested Following Downpatrick Burglary

Detectives investigating an aggravated burglary which occurred in Downpatrick on Friday 25th November, have arrested a man. Detective Constable Johnston said: “Shortly before 2:20am, it was reported that two masked men entered at a house in the Malone Park area armed with a wrench. The men demanded money from a woman aged in her 30s, […]

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Community Constituency Crime South Down

Translink Buses Attacked in Kilcoo

Police are investigating a number of incidents in which criminal damage has been caused to Translink buses several times as they pass through Kilcoo. The incidents happen at roughly 9.30pm each time. Items are thrown at the bus causing damage, so far at a total cost of approximately £5000. This puts the driver and passengers […]

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Community Constituency Crime Government South Down Stormont Warrenpoint

Discovery of 27 Brothels by Police ‘truly shocking’ – Ennis

Sinn Féin MLA Sinéad Ennis has said the discovery of 27 brothels by police is ‘truly shocking’’ and said it’s a relief that the victims have now been brought to safety.  The party’s Justice Spokesperson said:  “News that police have discovered 27 brothels across the north is truly shocking and I am relieved that the […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh South Down Upper Bann

47 Year Old From Newry Arrested After 27 Brothels Found Across NI

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Unit, supported by over 150 officers from across the organisation as well as Criminal Justice partners, today carried out a significant operation into an organised crime group, which has been trafficking people throughout Northern Ireland for sexual exploitation. The operation was supported […]

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Community Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Craigavon Road Closed Due to Security Alert

Due to a suspicious object located in the Lake Road area of Craigavon, Lake Road is partially closed in both directions between roundabout two and roundabout four. Diversions are in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area. ENDS

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Constituency Crime Lurgan Upper Bann

Appeal Following Lurgan Fire

Detectives in Lurgan are appealing for information following a fire at a property in the Castleview area of Gilford just after 8.15pm on Friday, November 18th. Detective Constable Jennings said: “Police attended the address along with colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.  It was confirmed that the fire had started outside the property […]

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Community Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh Politics

Republicans Aquitted of Internment Protest Charges in Newry

Four Republican activists from Newry were today found innocent of charges relating to an Anti-Internment whiteline picket that took place last year.  Speaking following the acquittal Saoradh chairperson Stephen Murney said “On August 27th 2021 Saoradh activists attempted to highlight the human rights abuses of political hostages and the ongoing use of internment by holding […]

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Constituency Crime Downpatrick South Down

Appeal Following Armed Robbery in Downpatrick

Detectives in Downpatrick are appealing for information and witnesses following an armed robbery at a licensed premises in Downpatrick Street, Crossgar on Monday November 14th. Detective Inspector Duffield said: “Police received a report at 6.45pm that a man entered the shop and pulled a knife from his pocket, demanding money from the female member of […]

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Community Constituency Council Crime Government Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh

Murphy Condemns Sectarian Graffiti

Sinn Féin Councillor, Declan Murphy, has unreservedly condemned the sectarian graffiti daubed on the wall of St Teresa’s Church, Tullyherron, last night. ‘This cowardly act was perpetrated under the cover of darkness in a place of worship which is open to all of the community’. ‘Tullyherron is a very quiet, welcoming, area and it should […]

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Constituency Crime South Down

Appeal Following Ballynahinch Burglary

Detectives in Ballynahinch are appealing for information and witnesses following the report of a burglary on Sunday afternoon, November 13th. Detective Constable Slevin said: “Police received a report at 3pm that a burglary had taken place at a property on the Saintfield Road. “Two men entered the house via the kitchen door demanding keys to […]

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Constituency Crime Newry Newry and Armagh

Police Search for Newry Man to Assist With Investigation into Incident in City

Police are asking for the public’s help in locating 36-year-old Ebony Hughes. Detectives in Newry believe he may be able to assist with an ongoing investigation into an incident in the city in May of this year. If you can help, please call 101. PLEASE NOTE: This image is being released to you solely for […]

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Constituency Crime Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Crossmaglen Man Sentenced for Drug Offences

Police have welcomed a sentence of sixteen months which was handed to a man at Newry Crown Court on Thursday, November 10. Finbar Stephen Maguire (33) pleaded guilty to possession of a class A drug with intent to supply and possession of criminal property at Newry Crown Court on Thursday 15th September and was sentenced […]