Man Arrested Following Assault and Carjacking in Portglenone, Co Antrim

A 42-year-old man is in police custody following an assault and carjacking incident that occurred on Main Street in Portglenone, County Antrim, on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) responded to reports from a member of the public regarding the incident.

Details of the Incident

According to reports, a man assaulted a woman, punching her to the head and face before forcibly entering her into a black Nissan Qashqai around 10:00 PM on Saturday night. PSNI are appealing for witnesses, individuals who may have intervened, or anyone with CCTV or video footage of the incident to come forward.

Arrest and Charges

A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of multiple offenses, including false imprisonment, common assault, and taking a motor vehicle without authority. MSN reports that he remains in custody as of Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Police Appeal for Information

Detectives are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact officers on 101, quoting reference number 2 15/03/26. Belfast Live confirms this request for public assistance.

Ongoing Investigation

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are actively seeking any information that may assist in bringing this case to a resolution. The Irish Post also reported on the ongoing investigation.