A man wielding a hammer smashed a display case in a Markethill shop before making off with a number of mobile phones.
Police are have appealed for information and witnesses following the theft in Fairgreen Road area yesterday, Thursday, December 4.
Sergeant Magill said: “Just before 5.30pm, a man dressed all in black and described as 5’8″ and of medium build, entered commercial premises in the Fairgreen Road area.
“The suspect who was carrying a hammer, smashed a display case and lifted a number of mobile phones, before leaving the shop in an unknown direction.
“Our enquiries are ongoing today, and we want to identify who was responsible and a motive.
“Anyone who witnessed what happened or noticed suspicious behaviour in the area is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1102 04/12/25.
“We would also be keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or mobile footage of the area shortly before and just after 5.30pm that we could review.”
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/
