Man arrested for going equipped for burglary

Detective Inspector Mullan said “The man was arrested after the black Seat Leon he was travelling in failed to stop for police on the A1 Carriageway and a short pursuit ensued before the vehicle came to a halt on the Grove Road in Hillsborough. It was at this stage that two other suspects fled the scene.

The man arrested remains in custody at this time assisting police with their enquiries.

Anyone with information that could assist the police investigation into this matter is asked to contact the non-emergency number 101 quoting reference 1287 of 08/02/2017 or if you would prefer to remain anonymous contact independent charity Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.”