GARDAÍ investigating the attempted theft of an ATM in Co Louth have appealed for help in tracing a pick-up style vehicle, they believe crossed the border after the incident.
Members of the Garda Armed Support unit intercepted an attempted ATM theft on Dunleer Main Street at approximately 4.30am on Wednesday.
The would-be robbers made off from the scene and were pursued by gardaí to the border in a white 4x4. The PSNI are assisting with the investigation.
A digger was found at the scene in Dunleer, which was sealed off yesterday.
A twin axel flatbed trailer was also recovered there and gardaí are attempting to locate its owner.
A significant amount of damage was caused during the incident.
They are also appealing for anyone who may have had a trailer stolen but may not have reported it, to contact the incident room in Ardee.
A spokesperson said that are particularly keen to "speak to anyone who may have witnessed a tractor pulling a low-loader and excavator in those areas at this time".
"Gardaí would also like to speak to anyone who can assist in locating a white pick-up 4x4 that is believed to have been used in the incident.
"The vehicle drove towards the M1 motorway and is believed to have travelled towards Northern Ireland. This vehicle may have damage to the rear".
It is the second time the ATM has been targeted.
