Newtownabbey: duo arrested after stolen car collides with police vehicle injuring two officers
Two men have been arrested in connection with an incident in which a car stolen in Newtownabbey later collided with a police vehicle in Belfast.
The man, both aged in their 20s, remain in custody following the creeper-style burglary on Sunday evening (March 8).
A police spokesperson said: “It was reported that shortly after 9pm, entry was gained to a property in the Catherine Court area and a male took the keys of a white VW Tiguan, which he made off from the scene in.
“A second man got into the car with him at the entrance to Catherine Court. The vehicle then made its way onto the Shore Road and entered the M2, heading city-bound.
“It was reported that the vehicle was later in the Springfield Road area. Police then observed it travelling at speed on the Monagh Bypass, where it failed to stop for officers after being signalled to do so.
"It then continued along the Falls Road, Glen Crescent, Glen Road and Norglen Gardens, and as it entered Monagh Link, it collided with a police vehicle.
“The collision resulted in extensive damage being caused to the police vehicle and two police officers sustained injuries which are not believed to be serious at this time."
One man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of driving offences, as well as burglary, failing to stop, remain and report an accident, and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs.
A second man was arrested on suspicion of burglary, allowing himself to be carried in a stolen vehicle, resisting arrest, disorderly behaviour, and possession of a Class C controlled drug.
In a statement issued on Monday (March 9), the PSNI added: “They remain in custody this morning, assisting with police enquiries.
“Enquiries are ongoing, and anyone with any information which might assist is asked to contact 101, and quote reference number 1671 of 08/03/26.”
Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form or Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.