15/07/2022

Two Arrested Following Attempted Theft At A Business In Larne

Two people have been arrested after an attempted theft at a business in Larne.

The incident occurred in the Shanes Hill Road area of Kilwaughter on Thursday.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police stopped a vehicle nearby and a quantity of fuel drums, funnels, and a battery pack were located inside it.

"One male and a juvenile were arrested on suspicion of a number of related offences, including theft, attempted theft, criminal damage and motoring offences.

"Both remain in police custody at this time."

The investigation is ongoing.

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