04/01/2013

Man Arrested Over South Belfast Robbery

A 24-year-old man has been arrested by police investigating an attempted robbery in south Belfast.

Police were called to the Ormeau Road at about 11:00 on Thursday, after reports of masked and possibly armed men in the area.

Police believe a blue Renault Laguna car with registration YBZ 5390 was used by the men.

The car was found in Baroda Street at around midday.

It is thought the men made off towards Elgin Street and Delhi Street.

A grey BMW 320 touring, registration UEZ 8597, is also thought to have been involved in the incident.

Police found it abandoned in Baroda Street after colliding with a police vehicle.

Police have asked anyone who noticed anything suspicious in the area to contact them on 0845 600 8000 or to give information anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

(IT)

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