THREE people from Donegal have faced a court in the North charged with robbing a drunk man at the weekend.
Two women and a man were selling flowers on the street when they targeted the inebriated man in Strabane.
The incident has now led to warnings from police in the North about thieves targeting vulnerable and drunk people in the town centre.
At the weekend, the three people, all with addresses in Donegal, were arrested on suspicion of theft.
PSNI Chief Inspector Ivor Morton said that at about 3 am on Sunday police were on patrol at Railway Street in Strabane, when they saw ‘flower sellers’ apparently harassing an intoxicated man.
“They appeared to be grabbing at his clothing, though he seemed unaware of what was happening.
“When police spoke to him, he realised his wallet and mobile phone were missing.
“The property was recovered when police arrested two women and a man.
“The three, who are aged in their 20s and with addresses in Co Donegal, were charged and appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court on Monday.
“As a result of the incidents at the weekend, we are advising people out socialising to be careful of their personal property.
“Keep wallets, purses and mobile phones safe. Also keep an eye out for your friends to ensure they do not fall victim to similar thefts.”