A DISTRICT - Robbery and vehicle theft, York Street, North Belfast
03 Feb 2012
Detectives in North Belfast are appealing for information after a report of robbery at business premises at the York Street area this morning (Friday, 3rd February).
Shortly after 9:55am, it was reported that a man entered a shop in the area armed with a suspected handgun. It is believed that a sum of money was taken during the incident. The man is reported to have been wearing a camouflage jacket. No one was reported injured during the incident.
It is believed that a silver Fiat car which was hijacked last week was used during the incident. It is believed that the vehicle was stolen from the Newtownards Road, East Belfast area on Saturday, 28th January. The vehicle was recovered this afternoon at the Thorndale Avenue, North Belfast area. Enquiries are continuing.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Antrim Road CID on 0845 600 8000. Or if someone would prefer to provide their information without giving their details they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.
