03/01/2012

Armed Robbers Raid Commercial Premises

Detectives in North Belfast are appealing for information after a report of an armed robbery at commercial premises on the Ballysillan Road last night, Monday 2nd January.

At approximately 7pm, it was reported that three men entered a shop in the area. One of the men was armed with a knife. They threatened the member of staff and made off with a sum of money. No one was injured during the incident. One of the men was wearing a black jacket, blue hooded top and blue scarf, one was wearing a black track suit and one was wearing a grey and black top and baseball cap.

Three men aged 28, 30 and 35 have been arrested and are assisting Police with their enquiries.

Anyone who has any information is asked to contact CID in Tennent Street on 0845 600 8000.

(CD/GK)

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