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Sarah Scott & Anita McSorley

Masked gang of 20 armed with baseballs smash windows and TVs in pub

An investigation is underway into a horrific incident that saw a masked gang of around 20 men smash windows and TVs in a pub.

It's understood that some of the masked gang were armed with baseball bats.

It happened in a bar in the Shankill Road area of Belfast last night.

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The group entered the pub around 7.15am and caused extensive damage.

No injuries have been reported.

Investigators are appealing for information or anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage to contact them, Belfast Live reports.

Inspector Hamilton said: “At approximately 7.15pm we received a report that around 20 masked men, some armed with baseball bats, had entered the bar.

“They proceeded to smash a number of windows and TVs and caused extensive damage to the interior of the premises before leaving. Luckily no one was injured during the incident.

“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have any CCTV or dash-cam footage that could assist with our enquiries, to contact police on 101 quoting reference 1696 of 27/01/23.

“A report can also be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Alternatively, information can be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."

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