12/01/2006

Police appeal to find cash machine robbers

Detectives have appealed for information following a robbery in the Nutt's Corner area of Crumlin at around 7am this morning.

A cash van crew were making a delivery to a cash machine in a petrol station on the Tully Road when a man carrying a hammer approached one of the men.

The robber, who was wearing a balaclava, made off with the cash box, and escaped in a silver Renault Laguna, which was being driven by another man.

The thief is described as being approximately 5' 7" in height, and was wearing a white zip up tracksuit top, blue jeans and trainers.

Anyone who may have witnessed anything is asked to contact police in Antrim on 0845 600 8000, or on the Crimestoppers number 0800 555 111.

(EF/SP)

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