Updated 10.23 pm
POLICE IN NORTHERN Ireland have appealed for information to assist their investigation into an armed robbery in North Belfast.
Detectives say they understand a man armed with a hatchet threatened staff at a shop on the Serpentine Road shortly after 7.30pm yesterday.
No staff member was injured during the robbery, but the man made off on foot with cigarettes and a sum of cash.
He was wearing a blue coat at the time and is described as being of medium build with fair skin.
A man who was arrested later in the night in relation to the incident has since been released on bail, pending further enquiries.
Detective Inspector Nigel Snoddy said: “ We are appealing for information about this incident and a further incident which occurred on Saturday 31st October at a shop on the Antrim Road.
“On this occasion a man entered the store at around 7.20pm, armed with a hammer, and demanded cash which was handed over by staff.
“Thankfully no-one was injured as a result of either incident and I am appealing for anyone who can assist us with our enquiries to contact detectives.”
- First published 12.24 pm
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