Man (25) arrested on suspicion of car hijacking in Antrim

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Detectives are appealing for information and witnesses after a report of a car hijacking in Antrim last night (Wednesday).

Detective Sergeant Lyttle said: “Police observed a white Mini on the Oldstone Road around 9.40pm where damage had been caused to its wheel and front tyres.

“A 25-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of theft, common assault and hijacking. He remains in custody at this time, assisting officers with their enquiries.

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“Our investigation is underway and we would ask anyone who witnessed the hijacking or noticed any unusual activity, or has any CCTV or dash-cam footage, in the Oldstone Road area to contact us on 101 quoting reference 2025 of 09/11/22.”

Alternatively, a report can be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/