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08/05/2003
Two men escape from Co Down courthouse
Two men have escaped from a courthouse in Co Down today.
The men, described by police as "dangerous", are believed to have overpowered a police officer during the escape which took place at Downpatrick Court House just before 1pm. He was taken to hospital shortly afterwards suffering from a head injury and severe shock.
The men have been named as Ian Oliver Carlin, 31, from Ardglass, and David Albert Taggart, 22, from Belfast.
Police have warned the public not to approach the men.
The two men, reported to be UVF members, are said to have hijacked a vehicle from a passing woman motorist to make good their escape.
A third man was detained by police inside the courthouse following the incident.
(MB)
The men, described by police as "dangerous", are believed to have overpowered a police officer during the escape which took place at Downpatrick Court House just before 1pm. He was taken to hospital shortly afterwards suffering from a head injury and severe shock.
The men have been named as Ian Oliver Carlin, 31, from Ardglass, and David Albert Taggart, 22, from Belfast.
Police have warned the public not to approach the men.
The two men, reported to be UVF members, are said to have hijacked a vehicle from a passing woman motorist to make good their escape.
A third man was detained by police inside the courthouse following the incident.
(MB)
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