21/09/2026

Appeal After Takeaway Robbery In West Belfast

Police are appealing for information after cash was taken during a robbery at a fast food takeaway on Stewartstown Road, west Belfast, at about 10.45pm on Saturday, 19 September.
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Detective Sergeant McGearty said: "Shortly after 10.45pm, it was reported that a man had entered the premises and ordered a member of staff to hand over cash. The man then made off with a sum of money, leaving on foot towards the Bell Steele Road junction. Thankfully, the staff member was not harmed.

"The male is described as wearing a black puffy coat with the hood up and a black face covering.

"Enquiries are continuing and we would ask anyone who might have any information which could assist to contact police using our witness appeal form at reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals quoting reference 1617 19/09/26 or call us on 101.

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