Attempted armed robbery, Lurgan
12 Jun 2009
Police are appealing for witnesses following an attempted armed robbery at a post office in Lurgan on Friday morning, 12 June.
At approximately 9.45am a male armed with a handgun entered the premises at High Street. He demanded cash however made off empty handed when a female employee activated a panic alarm.
It's believed he made his escape in a silver car, possibly a Vauxhall Astra, driven by a second person, in the direction of Banbridge.
The male is described as being around 5ft 5in tall and of thin build. He was wearing a red hooded jumper, black trousers, black shoes and black gloves.
Anyone with information or anyone who witnessed the incident or who spotted the car in the area is asked to ring police on 0845 600 8000. The Crimestoppers charity can also be contacted anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.
