Police investigating spate of burglaries in the Dungiven area

Detectives are appealing for information after reports of burglaries in Dungiven last night (Saturday, January 17).

A spokesperson for the PSNI said: "Initially, it was reported to officers just before 11:00pm, that a property had been broken into in the Lackagh Park area. 

"On attendance, it was observed by officers that entry was gained through the rear of the property by smashing a window. A number of items have been stolen during the burglary.

"Whilst at the scene, it was discovered by officers that another property in the same vicinity had been broken into and examination is on-going to establish if anything has been taken.

"Around an hour later, it was reported that a vehicle, a bronze Citroen Berlingo van, had been stolen from the area of Tracy's Way. This is believed to be linked to the report of a road traffic collision at around 11:30pm at the Magherabuoy Roundabout. The occupants of the car had made off from the scene prior to police attendance, being transported by a silver Ford Fiesta.

"We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious or may have video footage, CCTV or other to get in contact to 101 quoting reference 1659 17/01/25.