28/03/2017

Three Men Arrested Over Armed Robbery In Co Down

Three men have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery in Killinchy, Co Down.

The incident happened at a shop in the Comber Road area at around 7.30pm on Sunday, 26 March.

A man, armed with a hammer, entered the premises and threatened a female member of staff.

He made off with a sum of cash and cigarettes.

It is believed he got into a black coloured car accompanied by two other males.

Police discovered a car matching the description in north Belfast at around 9pm and stopped it on Clifton Park Avenue.

The three males, aged 26, 27 and 28, were arrested on suspicion of robbery and remain in police custody.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD)

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