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06/01/2016
Armed Masked Man Robs Shop In L'Derry
A masked man armed with a knife has robbed a bookmaker's shop in L'Derry.
The incident happened in the Blucher Street area at around 7.30pm on Tuesday.
He demanded staff to hand over money and made off with a sum of cash.
He is described as being around 6ft tall and was wearing a dark coat and tracksuit bottoms.
No-one is believed to have been hurt during the incident.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
The incident happened in the Blucher Street area at around 7.30pm on Tuesday.
He demanded staff to hand over money and made off with a sum of cash.
He is described as being around 6ft tall and was wearing a dark coat and tracksuit bottoms.
No-one is believed to have been hurt during the incident.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
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