PSNI investigate hijacking at Co Tyrone filling station

Police are investigating a reported hijacking at a filling station in County Tyrone last night (Wednesday).

It happened in the Main Street area of Trillick at around 9.00pm when the victim was at a pay point.

Police say a man got out of a dark-coloured Vauxhall Vectra which pulled in behind the victim at the pay point and immediately left the scene.

                                                             The man who exited the Vauxhall ran towards the victim with what appeared to be a handgun before demanding the keysThe man who exited the Vauxhall ran towards the victim with what appeared to be a handgun before demanding the keys to his black BMW 316D SE, making off in the direction of Omagh. 

The victim did not receive any physical injuries but has been left shaken.

The suspect according to police is approximately 5ft 9in tall, with a Northern Irish accent and wearing a brown padded jacket with the hood up.

Detective Sergeant Reid "We would also be keen to speak to the driver of the Vauxhall, which came from Ballinamallard direction and left in the direction of Omagh. This vehicle had a damaged windscreen.

"We are appealing for anyone with information who may have witnessed any suspicious activity in the area, or who may information about the vehicles involved, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1898 05/10/23.

“If you would prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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