15/06/2017

Masked Men Attempt To Rob Cash-In-Transit Van In Lisburn

A gang of masked men, one armed with a gun, attempted to rob a cash-in-transit van in Lisburn.

The incident happened at a car park in the Knockmore Road area at around 6am on Thursday, 15 June.

The group of men demanded cash, however they made off empty handed.

It is believed they fled from the scene in a silver BMW, which was found abandoned in the Windermere area.

Police believe the gang then got into a grey BMW.

The PSNI are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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