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26/04/2007
Car hijacked in Belfast city centre
Police are appealing for information following a hijacking incident close to Belfast city centre yesterday evening.
Two males, both thought to be aged 18, approached the female driver of a silver Renault Megane car at the lights of the York Road and Frederick Street junction at around 9:00pm.
One of the males indicated he was looking for a light. It is understood the woman shook her head to indicate no, whilst trying to lock her doors.
However, one of the men pointed a small black handgun and ordered her out of the car. They then drove off in the vehicle.
Police are asking for any information on the incident to contact them.
(JM/SP)
Two males, both thought to be aged 18, approached the female driver of a silver Renault Megane car at the lights of the York Road and Frederick Street junction at around 9:00pm.
One of the males indicated he was looking for a light. It is understood the woman shook her head to indicate no, whilst trying to lock her doors.
However, one of the men pointed a small black handgun and ordered her out of the car. They then drove off in the vehicle.
Police are asking for any information on the incident to contact them.
(JM/SP)
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