Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a robbery in south Belfast on Sunday evening, 28th June.

Detective Sergeant Faulkner said: “At approximately 8.40pm, a man entered an off-licence in the Lisburn Road area.

“He then left, and returned a short time later at 9pm, producing a large kitchen-style knife at the till, demanding money.

“The suspect then fled the scene with a sum of cash on a red bicycle in the direction of Donnybrook Street.

“A staff member was understandably left shaken by what happened – this would have been a terrifying ordeal. Thankfully, no physical injuries were reported.

“We have launched an investigation and are asking the local community for its assistance in supporting our enquiries.

“If you were in the area last night and noticed anything suspicious, we would ask that you call us on 101 quoting reference number 1727 28/06/26.

“Anyone living in this general area or nearby is also asked to review your doorbell, CCTV or dash-cam footage.”

You can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via https://reporting.psni.police.uk/appeals

Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/