by Q Radio News
Police are investigating an armed robbery which occurred at the Dunluce Avenue area of Belfast.
Shortly after 8.25am this morning, a man was approached by another man riding a push bike and armed with a suspected handgun.
The assailant threatened the man before taking his bag and making off down the Avenue.
Police say the man was left badly shaken as a result of the incident and enquiries are ongoing.
The thief has been described as wearing a dark coloured hooded top and riding a dark coloured bicylce.
The PSNI is appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or who saw anything suspicious to contact Detectives on 101, quoting reference 275 1/8/18.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, which is 100% anonymous.
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