27/02/2017

Investigation Launched After Lorry Stolen In Co Armagh

Police have launched an investigation after a lorry was stolen from a yard in Co Armagh.

It is believed the vehicle, which was parked in a yard in the Monaghan Road area of Middleton, was taken sometime between 3pm and 6pm on Sunday, 26 February.

The keys of the lorry were taken from a parked car in the yard.

The vehicle was a blue Scania cab with a silver curtain side trailer and contained a large amount of confectionery goods.

Inspector Lynsey Barr is appealing for anyone with information to contact police in Armagh on 101 quoting reference number 1016 26/02/17 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(CD/LM)

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