26/04/2007

North Belfast fast food restaurant robbed

Police in North Belfast are appealing for information following an armed robbery in a fast food restaurant.

Three males entered the premises on the Antrim Road at around 9:25pm yesterday evening; one of the men was carrying a handgun.

They made their way to the rear of the property and made off with a sum of cash.

It is understood they made off in the direction of the New Lodge area.

One of the males was wearing a balaclava, while the other two were wearing hooded tops pulled over their heads.

Detectives have asked for anyone who may have information or who was in the area to contact them on: 0845 600 8000 or the confidential Crimestoppers line on: 0800 555 111.

(JM/SP)

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