A man believed to be armed with a knifed robbed a shop in Derry last night.
A PSNI spokesperson said shortly before 8.30pm it was reported a man armed with a knife and with his faced covered up entered the shop in the Academy Road area.
The spokesperson added: “It is believed the man threatened a member of staff and made off with a sum of money.
“The male made off down Academy Road.
It is understood the member of staff was not injured in the incident but was left badly shaken.
The PSNI spokesperson said detectives were appealing for information.
The spokesperson added: “Enquiries are continuing and detectives would ask anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who has any information to contact them at Strand Road CID on 0845 600 8000.
“Or, if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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