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Orlaith Clinton

North Belfast takeaway staff shaken after knifepoint robbery ordeal

Staff at a North Belfast takeaway have been left shaken after a "terrifying" armed robbery on Friday.

Police detectives are appealing for information following the incident at the Antrim Road takeaway in the early hours of this morning.

At around 2.50 am police received a report that a man armed with knife entered the premises, jumped over the counter and threatened staff demanding money.

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Detective Sergeant Young added: "The man made off from the scene with a sum of cash and a number of other items.

"The staff member was left shaken by what was obviously a terrifying experience. Anyone with information that could help with the investigation is asked to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 120 of 07/10/22.

"Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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