Police are investigating a report of an altercation between a motorist and two youths along the Sligo Road on Saturday afternoon.

Appealing for witnesses to the incident that occured close to a car dealership on the Sligo Road, Constable Jody Slevin said: “It was reported that a motorist stopped to challenge two youths who he believed had struck his vehicle with a stick. It was then alleged that a minor altercation took place.

"If you saw anything in and around this area at around 1.30pm please call Police on the 101 number, quoting reference number 5806216.

"Alternatively information can be passed via the independent Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.”