18/08/2015

Appeal Following Armed Robbery In Carrick

Police are appealing for information following an armed robbery at an off-licence in Carrickfergus, County Antrim.

The incident occurred in the Woodburn Road area on Sunday.

A man wearing a balaclava, believed to have been armed with a handgun, entered the premises and demanded the shop assistant hand over money and cigarettes.

The robber made off in the direction of Hawthorn Avenue with a sum of cash and a quantity of cigarettes.

He is described as being approximately 6ft in height, slim-medium build.

(CD)

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