Windows were smashed in five streets in Magherafelt town centre where a man was spotted throwing rocks last night, police say.
The PSNI said a man, described as being in his late 20s, was spotted hurling rocks between 11.25pm on Sunday night and 12.45am in the Co Derry town.
Windows were reported smashed at Rainey Street, Market Square, Broad Street, Queen Street and Ballyronan Road.
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A spokesperson for the PSNI said: "Police in Magherafelt are appealing for information and witnesses following reports of criminal damage being caused to a number of commercial premises in the town."
Neighbourhood Inspector Kyle Lucas said: “Police are investigating a series of incidents in Magherafelt town centre during which it was reported that the windows of a number of premises had been smashed in the Rainey Street, Market Square, Broad Street, Queen Street and Ballyronan Road areas.
“Officers received a report that a man had been seen throwing rocks at the windows of multiple business premises in the area between 11.25pm on Sunday 19th March, and 12:45am on Monday 20th March.
“The suspect has been described as being in his late 20s, with short dark hair, and was wearing a brown jacket with a collar, a white shirt, dark coloured trousers, and white and black trainers. He may possibly also have been wearing glasses.”
Inspector Lucas continued: “An investigation is underway, and we are appealing to anyone with any information which may assist us, to get in touch.
“In particular, we want to hear from any local business owners who may have any CCTV footage, or any members of the public who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area at the time, or captured any mobile or dash-cam footage.
“We would also appeal to business owners to be vigilant, and to check their premises for damage. We take all reports of criminal damage seriously, and would urge you to contact 101 to make a report, or get in touch with your local Neighbourhood Team.
“The reference number to quote if you have any information is 79 of 20/03/2023.”
A police spokesperson added: "Information can also be submitted online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/."
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