Arrests over Co Antrim ATM theft
Latest in spate of cash machine digger incidents across NI
Last updated 30th Apr 2019
Two arrests have been made after the theft of yet another cash machine in Co Antrim.
The ATM was taken from Nutts Corner in the early hours of the morning.
The Tully Road near the scene remains closed and diversions are in place.
Police are appealing for information.
Detective Inspector Richard Thornton said: “Police received a report that a digger was being used to remove an ATM from a service station on the Tully Road at around 3.30 this morning.
“We immediately directed considerable policing resources to the area and two arrests were made and the stolen ATM recovered. Both people are currently in custody and will be questioned on suspicion of theft and a number of other offences.”
“Tully Road remains closed and diversions are in place whilst the scene is examined further. I would ask anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the Nutts Corner area overnight to contact detectives on 101. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
Over the last six months there has been a spate of thefts of ATMs across the province - with many of these in Co Antrim.