Police injured after Crossmaglen smash

The aftermath of the police car which was rammed in Crossmaglen.The aftermath of the police car which was rammed in Crossmaglen.
The aftermath of the police car which was rammed in Crossmaglen.
​​Two police officers have sustained injuries after a vehicle failed to stop in the early hours of Sunday morning.

The incident took place on the Concession Road, Crossmaglen and has led to an appeal from police for information.

Inspector McCormick said: “At around 12.20am local neighbourhood officers, who were conducting proactive patrols, attempted to stop a car, a grey coloured Audi A6.

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"The car failed to stop and as a result the police vehicle sustained damage to the front injuring the two officers onboard.

"We are thankful they did not require hospital treatment.

"We believe that the vehicle crossed over the border.

Insp. McCormick added: “This type of reckless and cowardly behaviour places members of the public and our officers at risk of serious harm and we are lucky not to be dealing with more serious injuries.

“I am appealing to anyone who may have the grey Audi A6 in the area, or who may have any information as to the driver or dash-cam footage that could assist with enquiries, to contact police via 101 quoting reference number 32 01/10/23.”

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.

Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.