Category: News

Jan 24
Appeal for information to assist in locating two prisoners currently unlawfully at large

Police are appealing for information to assist in locating two prisoners who are currently unlawfully at large. The two, who are believed to be in each other’s company, are 49-year-old Alison McDonagh and 54-year-old Stephen McParland. They have absconded from the Northern Ireland Prison Service. McDonagh was imprisoned for murder following an incident in 2004 […]

Jan 24
Man shot in Derry/Londonderry: ‘This violence has no justification’

Detectives from Strand Road in Derry/Londonderry investigating a shooting in the city last night, Monday, 23rd January, are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to contact them. A man, aged in his thirties, was shot in the lower leg shortly after 9pm in a wooded area, close to commercial premises on Whitehouse Road and […]

Jan 23
Couple in their 80s sadly die in Bangor house fire

Police can confirm that a couple in their 80s have sadly died following a fire in a property in the Dellmount Park area of Bangor this morning, Monday 23 January. At approximately 8.45am, it was reported to police that Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service along with colleagues from the Ambulance Service were in attendance. […]

Jan 19
Images of a vehicle believed to be connected to an aggravated burglary in Lurgan have been released by detectives investigating the crime.

Detectives in Lurgan are actively investigating an aggravated burglary that took place in the Monroe Avenue area on Sunday, January 8th. They have made a renewed appeal for information about a vehicle believed to have been used by the suspects. Detective Sergeant Stewart said: “Shortly before 6am on January 8th, it was reported that a […]

Jan 19
Police ask for public’s help in North Belfast firearms case.

Police are requesting the public’s assistance in an ongoing investigation following a report of a firearms incident in the Glenrosa Link area of North Belfast on Thursday 19th January. According to Detective Sergeant Young, at around 1am, a man was seen in the area carrying a firearm. The man is believed to have approached a […]

Jan 19
Sentencing of 50-year-old Gregory Wallace today at Craigavon Crown Court

A man was sentenced to two years on Thursday 19th January. 50-year-old Gregory Wallace will serve six months in custody and 18 months on license, after he was convicted of a number of firearms related offences. Mr Wallace received the jail terms after pleading guilty to offences including possessing an offensive weapon in a public […]

Jan 19
10 tips on how to drive in the snow

Driving in snowy conditions can be challenging, but with the right preparation and techniques, you can stay safe on the road. Here are some tips for driving in the snow: By following these tips, you can increase your chances of safely navigating snowy roads. Remember to always drive defensively and be prepared for the unexpected.

Jan 16
Man arrested after police car rammed in the city

The police in Derry/Londonderry have taken a 31-year-old man into custody on suspicion of several offenses in relation to an incident that occurred over the weekend. The individual is suspected of two counts of attempting to cause severe bodily harm through dangerous driving, operating a motor vehicle without insurance, operating a vehicle while disqualified, and […]

Jan 13
Detectives investigating murder of Shane Whitla in Lurgan issue direct appeal

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have issued a direct appeal for information regarding the murder of 39-year-old Shane Whitla in Lurgan. Shane was discovered in Lord Lurgan Park on the evening of January 12th. A post mortem examination revealed that he died from gunshot wounds. Superintendent Kellie McMillan, local […]

Jan 13
A man was arrested and a suspected cocaine seizure occurred following a search in Holywood.

On Friday, January 13th, detectives from Bangor arrested a man and seized a substantial quantity of suspected illegal drugs in a search operation conducted under the Misuse of Drugs Act in the Holywood area. The 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession and intent to supply class A and B drugs. Approximately £100k worth […]