Detectives are appealing for information following a report of an armed robbery at commercial premises at the Newtownards Road area of East Belfast on Thursday 14th November.

Detective Sergeant Faulkner said: “Shortly before 6:45am, it was reported to police that a male entered a shop in the area armed with a knife. It was reported he demanded money from a male member of staff inside the premises and made off with a sum of money on foot. The member of staff was not injured during the incident.  

“The male is described as being 5”8 in height, of medium build and brown hair. He was described as wearing a black coloured hooded top with the hood up and navy tracksuit bottoms.

“Enquiries are continuing and police would appeal to anyone with any information in relation to the incident, to contact detectives on 101 quoting reference number 196 14/11/24. Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ . You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/ .”