UPDATE - Man reportedly jumped in front of car and tried to get in : Two arrested over damage to nine vehicles and attempted hijacking in Derry

Officers responded to a report at around 3:30am of two men in the area reportedly causing damage to cars in the Brookdale Park area, including wing mirrors being kicked off vehicles.

A further report was received a short time later of an attempted vehicle hijacking in the Glengalliagh Road area of the city.

It was reported that a male jumped in front of the driver of a Ford Kuga and made an attempt to get into the vehicle.

As the driver attempted to drive off, a short distance away a second male appeared on the road and shouted at the driver to get out of the car. Police said that thankfully, the driver was able to get away.

It’s believed these incidents occurred between 3am and 3:30am.

Two males, aged 18 and 21 years of age have since been arrested; both on suspicion of criminal damage and attempted hijacking. Both males remain in custody at this time.

Chief Inspector Jonny Hunter said: “At this stage, we believe at least nine vehicles were damaged in what can only be described as wanton vandalism.

“I would appeal to anyone in the area who believes their vehicle was also damaged to get in touch with us. I would also appeal to anyone who has information about these incidents call us on 101, and quote reference number 136 of 30/06/20.”

You can also submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

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