The scene of the latest ATM heist on the Tully Road at Nutts Corner on Tuesday

TWO men are to face a court this morning over their alleged involvement in ATM heists.

Detective Inspector Richard Thornton said: “Detectives investigating a number of recent thefts of ATM machines have charged two men with a number of offences.

“A 21 year old male has been charged with aggravated vehicle taking causing damage to property, arson, criminal damage and two  counts of theft.

“These charges are in connection with the theft of an ATM machine from the Tully Road area of Nutts Corner on Tuesday, 30 April.

“A 31 year old man has been charged with four counts of theft, three counts of arson, taking a motor vehicle without authority and criminal damage.

“These charges are in connection with the theft of ATM machines from the Junction One Retail Park in Antrim on Friday, 01 February.

“As is normal procedure the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.

“They are due to appear before Ballymena Magistrates’ Court this morning, Thursday 02 May.”

Meanwhile, a 26 year old man arrested by detectives investigating the theft of an ATM at Nutts Corner on Tuesday has been charged with possession of criminal property and driving whilst disqualified.

He is also due to appear at at the same court today.

As is normal procedure all charges are reviewed by the PPS.

It is understood neither offence is directly linked to the incident at Nutts Corner.