Northern Ireland

Woman pulled from van by two men in Loughgall hijacking

Police are appealing for information following the hijacking of a van in the Red Lion Road
Police are appealing for information following the hijacking of a van in the Red Lion Road Police are appealing for information following the hijacking of a van in the Red Lion Road

Police are appealing for information following the hijacking of a van in the Red Lion Road area of Loughgall in the early hours of Monday morning.

A female driver was flagged down by two men, who proceeded to pull her from the vehicle.  

The woman made off from the scene unharmed but has been left badly shaken by her ordeal. Police were called at approximately 2am.

The van was found a short distance away and the driver’s handbag had been stolen during the incident.

Anyone who may have witnessed anyone suspicious in the area or who may have dash-cam footage is asked to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference 83 of 21/03/22.

A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.