21/12/2012

Man Charged With Robbing Pensioner

A man has been charged with robbing a pensioner in her home in Portadown.

The attack occurred in the Carrickblacker Road area on Thursday morning.

Police said a man in his 30's has been charged with robbery and criminal damage.

He is due to appear in court on Friday.

(CD)

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