14/07/2021

Man Robbed At Knifepoint In Belfast City Centre

Police in Belfast have issued an appeal for information after a man was robbed at knifepoint in Belfast city centre in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 14 July.

According to reports, three men attacked a lone man as he walked on Rosemary Street at approximately 1am this morning. The victim was knocked to the ground and one of the attackers held a knife to his throat before taking the man's mobile phone and bank card.

One of the attackers is described as approximately 28 years old, 5'10 in height, of slim build with dark hair wearing a black jacket. The other two attackers are said to be of the same age with dark hair and wearing dark jackets.

Police have appealed to anyone who was in the area at the time or who noticed any suspicious activity to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 94 of the 14/07/21. Information can also be given anonymously via Crimestoppers.

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