Menu
01/03/2007
Police appeal for information on robbery
Police in Castlereagh are appealing for information regarding a robbery in the Newtown Park area at 8.40pm last night.
Two men, one armed with what appeared to be a hand-gun and the other with a sledgehammer, entered a convenience store and forced staff to hand over money.
The men escaped with an undisclosed sum of cash.
The first thief is described as being in his 30’s. He was wearing a green hooded jacket with a grey hooded top worn underneath, with the hood pulled over his head. He was also wearing black gloves, and blue jeans.
The second thief is also believed to be in his 30’s. He is around 5ft 6ins to 5ft 7ins tall. He wore a black top, dark shoes and a balaclava.
He also spoke with a broad Belfast accent.
PSNI are asking any witnesses to contact them at Castlereagh, on 0845 600 8000 or contact the confidential Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.
(JM/SP)
Two men, one armed with what appeared to be a hand-gun and the other with a sledgehammer, entered a convenience store and forced staff to hand over money.
The men escaped with an undisclosed sum of cash.
The first thief is described as being in his 30’s. He was wearing a green hooded jacket with a grey hooded top worn underneath, with the hood pulled over his head. He was also wearing black gloves, and blue jeans.
The second thief is also believed to be in his 30’s. He is around 5ft 6ins to 5ft 7ins tall. He wore a black top, dark shoes and a balaclava.
He also spoke with a broad Belfast accent.
PSNI are asking any witnesses to contact them at Castlereagh, on 0845 600 8000 or contact the confidential Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.
(JM/SP)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
25 November 2024
Other News In Brief
DfC Launch Public Consultation On Gender Pay Gap A consultation on proposed changes to Section 19 of the Employment Act (Northern Ireland) relating to the requirements for employers to publish information on the pay of male and female employees has been launched by the Department for Communities.
Other News In Brief
DfC Launch Public Consultation On Gender Pay Gap A consultation on proposed changes to Section 19 of the Employment Act (Northern Ireland) relating to the requirements for employers to publish information on the pay of male and female employees has been launched by the Department for Communities.
25 November 2024
Appeal Following Arson Attack In L'Derry
PSNI detectives have issued an appeal for information following a serious arson attack in the Clon Dara area of L'Derry on Saturday, 23 November. Shortly before 8.20pm, police received a report that an accelerant had been used to ignite the front door and letterbox of a house in the area.
Appeal Following Arson Attack In L'Derry
PSNI detectives have issued an appeal for information following a serious arson attack in the Clon Dara area of L'Derry on Saturday, 23 November. Shortly before 8.20pm, police received a report that an accelerant had been used to ignite the front door and letterbox of a house in the area.
19 November 2024
Police Appeal After Arson Attack In Newtownards
Detectives have renewed an appeal for information following a deliberate arson attack at a vacant property in the Weaver's Grange area of Newtownards. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17 November, 2023. Police and firefighters were called to the scene at around 12:40am.
Police Appeal After Arson Attack In Newtownards
Detectives have renewed an appeal for information following a deliberate arson attack at a vacant property in the Weaver's Grange area of Newtownards. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, 17 November, 2023. Police and firefighters were called to the scene at around 12:40am.
14 November 2024
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
Police Appeal Following Burglary In Ahoghill
Detectives are appealing for information following a report of a burglary in Ahoghill on Tuesday, 12th November. Police received a report that the back door of a house on the Ballymena Road was forced open shortly before 6pm.
27 March 2007
Armed gang rob family in Antrim
Police in Antrim are appealing for information following an aggravated robbery in the area on Monday. An armed gang forced their way into a house in the Cedars area at around 9.30pm on Monday.
Armed gang rob family in Antrim
Police in Antrim are appealing for information following an aggravated robbery in the area on Monday. An armed gang forced their way into a house in the Cedars area at around 9.30pm on Monday.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
