Write a commentA number of registration plates were taken from cars in Dominic Street/ Pool Lane and Bridge Street Newry last week and PSNI have arrested a man.
Constable Stephen Downey explaiined: "Around 8.45pm on Wednesday, 15 October, a man was seen taking number plates off parked vehicles in the Dominic Street/Pool Lane area. Seven vehicles had their number plates removed.
"We attended and were able to identify and locate a 26 year old man who was subsequently arrested in Mary Street, for seven counts of theft and two counts of assault on police after he spat on and attacked a male and female officer.
"The man has been released on bail pending further enquiries and we would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the registration plates being removed or has information in relation to this incident. We can be contacted at Ardmore Police Station on the 101 number."
If you prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.
