Attempted hijacking: Masked men target van driver

Detectives investigating the attempted hijacking of a van in Londonderry have appealed for witnesses come forward.
By Duncan Elder
Published 28th Jun 2019, 11:17 BST
The attempted hijacking occurred in the Westland Street area. Pic by GoogleThe attempted hijacking occurred in the Westland Street area. Pic by Google
The attempted hijacking occurred in the Westland Street area. Pic by Google

The incident occurred in the Westland Street area of the city at around 1:30pm yesterday.

Detective Constable Adam Beckett said: “The driver of a Renault Trafic van was approached by three masked men who demanded the driver take the vehicle to a different location.

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“Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact officers at Strand Road on 101 quoting reference number 1000 of 27/06/19.”

Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.