JCB telehandler and machinery stolen during Cullybackey break-in
Police are appealing for witnesses after a JCB telehandler, machinery and copper were stolen during a break-in at premises in Cullybackey, County Antrim.
The theft occurred in the Granagh Road area on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
Officers investigating the incident discovered significant damage to an external gate, a shutter and the interior of a building.
Machinery and copper stolen from premises
Sergeant Laverty said police received a report at approximately 9.30am that a JCB telehandler had been taken from the premises.
Other pieces of machinery and copper were also reported stolen.
Officers attended the scene and discovered that entry appeared to have been forced through an external gate.
The gate had sustained significant damage, along with a shutter and the interior of the building.
Police have not disclosed the total value of the stolen items.
PSNI appeals for witnesses and CCTV
Police are asking anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the Granagh Road area to come forward.
Officers are particularly interested in CCTV or other footage that could assist their investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or submit information through the PSNI’s online witness appeal service.
The reference number is 323 of 21 October 2026.
Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police enquiries are continuing.
External link: PSNI online witness appeals
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