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28/09/2006
Armed robbery in Newtownabbey
Police in Newtownabbey have appealed for information following an armed robbery earlier today.
The incident happened at around 9.30am this morning, when a security guard making a delivery to a bank in the Abbott's Cross area of the town, was approached by a man armed with a knife.
A struggle ensued, and the robber made off with the cash box, in a white coloured Rover car in the direction of Belfast.
The security guard was uninjured during the attack, however was left badly shaken by the ordeal.
Anyone who may have witnessed the attack, or who may have any information in connection with it, are asked to contact police in Newtownabbey on 0845 600 8000, or anonymously on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.
(EF/KMcA)
The incident happened at around 9.30am this morning, when a security guard making a delivery to a bank in the Abbott's Cross area of the town, was approached by a man armed with a knife.
A struggle ensued, and the robber made off with the cash box, in a white coloured Rover car in the direction of Belfast.
The security guard was uninjured during the attack, however was left badly shaken by the ordeal.
Anyone who may have witnessed the attack, or who may have any information in connection with it, are asked to contact police in Newtownabbey on 0845 600 8000, or anonymously on the Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.
(EF/KMcA)
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