Police are investigating potential link between recent alcohol thefts from shops in Co Fermanagh

On Sunday police received reports that two men entered premises in the Main Street and Moorlough Road areas of Lisnaskea and a third premises in the Bridge Street area of Newtownbutler where bottles of alcohol were stolen.

A police spokesperson said: “They are described as being aged in their 40s. One of whom was wearing a black coat, blue jeans, black trainers and had black hair.

“The second man was wearing a blue shirt, blue jeans and green trainers. He was bald with a beard.

“It’s believed both men approached the premises in a grey-coloured vehicle.

“They entered the shop and a short time later made off in the vehicle with a number of bottles of alcohol without paying.

“The same suspects may also be linked to other recent thefts in the area, and enquiries are continuing.

“We’re keen to hear from anyone who was in any of these areas between 4pm and 5pm on Sunday and noticed anything suspicious or the men who matched these descriptions to make contact with police on 101 quoting reference 1233 10/11/24.”

“The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/

“Alternatively you can provide information to us directly by submitting a report online via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ or by calling 101 quoting reference number 1534 04/11/24”

News Catch Up: Monday 11th November