A “substantial sum of money” has been taken in an ATM machine theft, police say.
In a statement issued on Saturday morning, a PSNI spokesman said: “Detectives are appealing for information following a report of an ATM theft at the Dungannon Road area of Portadown on Friday 3rd March.”
Detective Chief Inspector Thornton added: “Shortly before 8:15am, it was reported to police that two men entered the forecourt of a service station in the area in the early hours of Friday 3rd March.
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"It was reported that damage was caused to the ATM bunker door and ATM machine located and a substantial sum of money was taken during the incident.
“Enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and police would appeal to anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in the area at that time, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 292 03/03/23. Alternatively, information can also be provided by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.”
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