Police are appealing for information and witnesses after a vehicle was stolen in Strabane and driven over the border to Donegal where it was located, 18 miles away, stripped of its parts.
The theft came to light after a burglary was reported at a house in Bracken Gate in Strabane on Sunday morning, 24th March.
The house had been entered and the keys to a white Audi Q7, registration DG7 0BZO, were taken sometime between 12:30 am and 1 am.
Working with An Garda Síochána, the vehicle was later found on a remote forest road, near Lough Hill Bog, in the vicinity of Ballybofey.
The Audi had been stripped of its engine, wheels, doors, bonnet and boot.
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Detective Sergeant Gingell from Strand Road Criminal Investigation Division in Derry has made an appeal over the theft.
“This was a well-planned and organised theft and we’re appealing to anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in Bracken Gate between the times mentioned to get in touch.
“We’re also appealing for sightings of the Audi Q7 or any dash cam footage from the Strabane/Lifford area around 1am yesterday morning.
“We also want to hear from anyone who is offered parts for sale, similar to those stripped from the Audi, to get in touch on 101, quoting reference number 413 of 24/03/24.”
A report can also be made online via https://www.psni.police.uk/report or Crimestoppers, which can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111
