24/01/2018

Armed Man Robs Shop In South Belfast

A man, armed with a suspected firearm, has robbed a shop in south Belfast.

The incident happened at commercial premises on the Lisburn Road at around 10.30pm on Tuesday, 23 January.

The man threatened a staff member and a customer and made off with a sum of cash.

The suspect had a cloth over his face and was wearing a black hooded top, blue jeans with turn-ups and black shoes with white soles.

No-one was injured however the two victims were left shaken.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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