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04/10/2018
Armed Man Threatens Shop Worker In Lurgan
A man armed with a hammer has threatened a shop worker in Lurgan.
The incident happened in the Lough Road area at around 3.30pm on Wednesday, 03 October.
The suspect made off with a sum of money in the direction of Victoria Street.
He has been described as around 6ft tall, of stocky build and was wearing a grey hooded top and dark bottoms.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have information about the incident to contact Detectives at Lurgan on 101 quoting reference 777 03/10/18. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
(CD/MH)
The incident happened in the Lough Road area at around 3.30pm on Wednesday, 03 October.
The suspect made off with a sum of money in the direction of Victoria Street.
He has been described as around 6ft tall, of stocky build and was wearing a grey hooded top and dark bottoms.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "Detectives are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have information about the incident to contact Detectives at Lurgan on 101 quoting reference 777 03/10/18. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."
(CD/MH)
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