Attempted ATM theft causes widespread damage

An investigation has been launched after an attempted ATM theft in Omagh.

A piece of plant machinery, believed to have been stolen a short distance away, was used to try and remove the built in cash machine from a shop on Old Mountfield Road around 4am on Sunday.

The vechile was set on fire immediately after the incident.

Police are currently trying to trace the movements of a dark-coloured Volkswagen Passat, which headed towards Cookstown.

Detective Sergeant Robinson said: " I would appeal to anyone who believes they may have seen this vehicle around this time, or prior to when the incident was reported, to call us.

"I would also appeal to anyone who was in the area around this time and saw any suspicious activity, or anyone who has information about this crime to call detectives in Omagh CID by calling 101, quoting reference 243 of 06/01/19."

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.