15/06/2023

Vehicle Seized In Omagh Security Alert Investigation

Detectives from the PSNI's Terrorism Investigation Unit have seized a vehicle as part of an investigation into a vehicle hijacking and subsequent security alert in Omagh on Saturday, 6th May 2023.

Detective Chief Inspector Hamilton said: "Today we seized a white Honda SUV which has been taken away for further examination.

"I believe this is a significant development in the investigation. I would appeal to anyone who has information about the car or the person driving it in the Omagh area on Saturday 6th May 2023 to contact police.

"Our investigation continues and I am appealing to anyone with information, or who may have captured dash cam footage, to please come forward."

Detectives can be contacted on 101, quoting reference number 2015 of 06/05/2023, or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Information, including CCTV and dash cam footage, can also be provided to police through the Major Incident Public Portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/PSNI23B02-PO1.

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