13/12/2017

Masked Man Armed with Hatchet Robs Bingo Hall In Portadown

A masked man, armed with a hatchet, has threatened workers at a bingo hall in Portadown.

The incident occurred at around 9pm on Tuesday, 12 December.

The man threatened staff and made off with a sum of cash.

No-one was injured.

The man has been described as being around 6ft 3inches tall and of medium build. He was wearing a hooded top, with a lighter coloured lining to the hood, and dark jeans.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/MH)

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