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18/01/2016
Man Arrested Over East Belfast Robbery
A man is to appear in court today, 18 January, charged on suspicion of robbery in east Belfast.
The incident happened at the Co-op on the Beersbridge Road at around 7.45am on Saturday.
The man, armed with a knife, entered the store and threatened staff members. He also demanded cash from the till.
However, staff members apprehended the suspect and held him until the police arrived.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
The incident happened at the Co-op on the Beersbridge Road at around 7.45am on Saturday.
The man, armed with a knife, entered the store and threatened staff members. He also demanded cash from the till.
However, staff members apprehended the suspect and held him until the police arrived.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.
(CD/LM)
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