Man arrested after public reports of suspicious activity
Police received a report of a white Volkswagen Jetta acting suspiciously in the Ballymoney Hill, New Line and Dromore Road area after 12 pm today, 3 May.
A male was observed walking in the Rowan Glen area before getting into the car.
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Officers were deployed and the car was stopped in the Richmond Heights area. A 19 year old male was arrested on suspicion of burglary.
Police subsequently received reports of burglaries in the Dromore Road and Laurel Heights areas.
Inspector Nigel Graham said: “We were actively seeking another male and officers stopped and arrested a further three males in Banbridge town this afternoon. A 16 year old, 17 year old and 18 year old were arrested on suspicion of burglary and are currently assisting police with their enquiries.”
Earlier Inspector Nigel Graham said: “We are keen to locate another male who we believe may also have been travelling in this car.
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“He is described as being in his 20s, around 5ft 10/11in tall with dark hair and was wearing blue jeans and light blue coloured top or fleece.
“If you observe a male fitting this description please phone us on 101, quoting ref: 429 030516.
“We would like to thank the member of public who reported suspicious activity to us.
“When we work together we are always more successful in tackling crime.”