Northern Ireland

Woman left shocked after attempted carjacking in Antrim town

The woman was stopped at traffic lights on Greystone Road in Antrim when the attempted carjacking took place
The woman was stopped at traffic lights on Greystone Road in Antrim when the attempted carjacking took place

A woman has been left shocked after an attempted carjacking in Antrim town.

The motorist managed to lock her car doors and drive off after she was approached while stopped at traffic lights close to the library and shops on Greystone Road at around 5.30am on Saturday.

Detective Sergeant Crothers said: "As she waited, two males, described as being aged between 17-24, one with a knife, approached the car and tried to open the driver’s door.

"Fortunately the driver had time to lock the doors as they approached. The two males kicked and thumped the car when they were unable to gain entry. The lady was left shocked but unharmed."

Police appealed for anyone with information to contact officers on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.