Manhunt launched for Irishmen over attempted murder in England
Michael Galbraith and Thomas Galbraith are wanted by police who are investigating an incident in Nuneaton on May 9
Police have released mugshots of two men who are wanted in connection with an attempted murder in England.
Michael Galbraith and Thomas Galbraith are wanted by police who are investigating an incident in Nuneaton, Warwickshire on May 9.
James Galbraith (28) from Limerick has already been charged with attempted murder in connection to the same incident, although Warwickshire Police has not released any details.
Police swoop on the halting site earlier this month
But now officers say they need to find Michael Galbraith (26) and 23-year-old Thomas Galbraith who are believed to have fled the area.
Police are urging anyone who has seen them to 'call 999 straight away'.
"Both have links with Warwickshire, West Midlands, Kent, Bedfordshire and the south of the Republic of Ireland," a Warwickshire Police spokesperson said.
Michael and Thomas Galbraith are wanted by police
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"If you see them, or if you know of their whereabouts, call 999 straight away, giving 23/19341/25.'
On May 22, more than 100 officers from across the country took part in a major raid on a halysite in Woodside Park, near Ryton on Dunsmore, in a 'significant pre-planned operation'.
As well as James Galbraith, police also arrested a 30-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy on suspicion of theft as part of an investigation into shop thefts totalling around £25,000 of stolen goods.
A 39-year-old man was also taken into custody on suspicion of theft after suspected stolen goods were found in a caravan.
In addition, a 44-year-old man was arrested for failing to appear in court for drug driving offences and a 52-year-old man for failing to appear in court for a case of grievous bodily harm.
The seventh arrest was that of a 34-year-old man on suspicion of immigration offences.
Several vehicles suspected to have been stolen, used in crime or having false documents have also been seized. Police say that four people, who they believe to be victims of criminal exploitation, have been 'safeguarded' and are being supported by specialist officers.
Chief Superintendent Jon Belcher told Coventry Live: "This was a coordinated, multi-agency operation using specialist national resources.
"This came about because of ongoing concerns raised by our communities, and we want to send a clear message: We will not tolerate criminality. We will work with our partners to use every power and tactic available to pursue and disrupt offenders.
"We will work to protect and support law-abiding residents, both on the site and elsewhere, as we continue to pursue those who are involved in criminal behaviour.'
"We again apologise for the impact this had on our patients and visitors."
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