Police are investigating reports that a piece of wire was tied between trees at a Co Derry beauty spot.
It has been reported that a wire had been tied between trees sometime between 3pm and 4pm on Friday, May 12, in the Binevenagh Forest area of Limavady.
It was reported to police shortly after 4pm on Monday, May 15.
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Officers are asking members of the public to be vigilant when walking in wooded areas and to report anything suspicious in the area to them as soon as possible.
A man in his 50s was later arrested in the Limavady area on suspicion of attempted GBH with intent and remains in custody at this time
Chief Inspector, Sinead McIldowney said: "A report was received shortly after 4pm on Monday, May 15 that wire had been tied between trees in the area on Friday, May 12.
"It is believed that this occurred sometime between 3pm and 4pm.
"Our enquiries are progressing but we would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw anything suspicious to contact police on 101, quoting reference 1443 of 15/5/23.
"We are aware of video footage which is circulating online and this is currently being reviewed."
Chief Inspector McIldowney continued: "We are conducting robust enquiries, but I would encourage members of the public making use of any wooded areas in the Causeway Coast and Glens area to be vigilant.
"Take care if you are using these areas for recreational purposes and please report anything suspicious to police - the number to call is 101.
"Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
"You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/."
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