Mid Ulster councillor warns Loughshore residents of 'ongoing risk' posed by criminals
A Mid Ulster councillor has said he is “very disappointed” that people in the Moortown area of Cookstown have been targeted with attempted break-ins to cars and homes.
Sinn Féin Councillior Niall McAleer said the theft of a car on Friday hightlighted the ongoing risk posed by criminals, targeting the Anneeter and Kinturk areas.
"I’d urge residents in the wider community to take necessary steps to ensure their cars and homes are secure whilst these crimes are being investigated and urge anyone with information to come forward to rid these criminals from our community." he said.
"If you have seen, or see, anything suspicious, please report it and in an emergency, call 999.”
Police issued an appeal for information following the theft of the car which happened between 5pm – 7pm on Friday, January 23.
A spokesperson said: "Officers are asking for anyone who observed any suspicious activity in the area or anyone who may have relevant CCTV, dash cam/doorbell footage to contact them.”