Arrest after ram raid on Belfast shop

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Tuesday, 7 December 2021 11:01

By Q Radio News

A gang has driven a car into a clothing store in Belfast city centre and made off with a number of coats.

A dark blue Volkswagen Golf was driven into the front door of the business on Bedford Street, at around 8.30 last night and at least three men entered the shop.

The car was found by police at College Square North.

A 26-year-old man has been arrested.

Detective Sergeant Kitchen said: "The males then left the area in the vehicle, which was located a short time later by police at College Square North.

“A 26-year-old man was arrested in relation to the incident, and is currently in police custody.

“Our enquiries into this incident are continuing, and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed any suspicious activity, or has any information which could assist, to call 101 and quote reference number 1821 of 06/12/21.”

A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org