Two men charged following series of vehicle thefts in Derry
Two men have been charged with a number of offences following a series of vehicle thefts in Derry over the weekend.
The two men, both aged 25, were arrested following incidents reported during the early hours of Sunday 18 October.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed on Monday evening that both men had been charged with offences including taking a motor vehicle without authority, dangerous driving, interference with vehicles and failing to stop for police.
Both are due to appear before Londonderry Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 20 October.
As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.
Vehicles reported stolen across the city
Police previously appealed for information following reports of vehicle tampering and thefts in several areas of Derry.
Officers received reports of suspicious activity involving vehicles in the Woodbrook area early on Sunday morning.
Further reports included the theft of a mobility vehicle and cash from Woodbrook, alongside vehicles stolen from the Victoria Gate and Parklands areas.
Police had appealed for witnesses and anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage to assist their investigation.
The latest statement confirms that two men have now been charged following the wider series of vehicle thefts.
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