Northern Ireland

Police arrest man (20) amid reports of graffiti sprayed on number of trains

The suspect was detained on Monday on suspicion of theft and various offences of criminal damage

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Police arrested the man in connection with reports of graffiti being sprayed on a number of trains across Northern Ireland

A 20-year-old man has been questioned by police in connection with reports of graffiti being sprayed on a number of trains across Northern Ireland.

The suspect was arrested on Monday on suspicion of theft and various offences of criminal damage.

A PSNI spokesman said the arrest was made “following extensive work conducted by officers in relation to reports received of graffiti spray-painted on trains”.

“Criminal damage such as the graffiti of train carriages causes a significant monetary loss in cleaning the trains, which impacts the numerous rail users who are dependent on this mode of transport as these carriages are removed from service,” he said.

“We are committed to tackling this kind of crime and would remind everyone to play their part.

“If you see something suspicious, report it to police as this information provided can help us apprehend criminals and bring them before the court.”

The spokesman added that the man arrested was later released on police bail pending further enquiries.