Armed robbery at a Belfast shop

By Robert Skates

Detectives are appealing for information after the armed robbery of a shop in Belfast.

Two men, one armed with a knife held up staff at a shop in Castle Street this morning. (Sat)

They made off with a sum of cash from the till.

One of the suspects is described as being in his late teens or early 20’s, approximately 6’2” tall and of slim build. He was wearing track bottoms, grey and black coat, black monkey hat and black trainers. The second is described as being in his late teens or early 20’s, approximately 5’8” tall and of slim build. He was wearing track bottoms, grey and black coat, cap with a monkey hat over the top and dark blue trainers.

Detective Sergeant Keith Wilson is appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident or anyone with any information that can assist with the investigation to contact Detectives in Musgrave Police Station on 101 quoting reference number 447 of 02/12/17. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.