19/05/2006

Unlawful sexual activity reported in Lisburn area

Police in Dunmurry have appealed for information after receiving a number of reports of unlawful sexual activity in the Giants Ring, Edenderry and Minnowsburn areas of the Lisburn district.

Local residents and users of the facilities have expressed their concerns to police, who are carrying out ongoing overt and covert operations in the area to find those responsible.

A police spokesperson has also said that a robust criminal justice strategy is currently in place, in a bid to bring offenders before the courts.

Detectives in the Lisburn have asked for anyone who may witness any suspicious activity in the area, to contact them on 0845 600 8000, or anonymously on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.

(EF)

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