Detectives appeal after woman threatened with blade in Antrim robbery

Detectives are appealing for information following a terrifying armed robbery in Antrim on Tuesday evening, during which a woman was threatened with a blade and had her purse stolen.

The incident occurred at around 8.30pm on 14th October, as the woman, aged in her 40s, was walking along the Greystone path in the Rathmore Gardens area.

Detective Sergeant Ash said:

“At approximately 8.30pm a woman aged in her 40s, was approached from behind by an unknown man who was carrying a bladed object as she was walking along the Greystone path in the Rathmore Gardens area.

“The suspect who placed the blade against her neck, ordered her to be quiet and stole her purse containing bank cards and a sum of cash.”

The man then fled the scene on foot in the direction of Ballycraigy.

He is described as white, approximately six feet tall, of slim build, and was wearing dark clothing and gloves.

Detective Sergeant Ash added:

“This was a terrifying and upsetting ordeal for the victim who was left shocked by what happened.

“Our enquiries are ongoing today, and we want to identify who was responsible and a motive.”

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the robbery, or who may have noticed suspicious activity in the area between 8pm and 8.30pm, to get in touch.

“Anyone who witnessed what happened or noticed suspicious behaviour in the area is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 1725 14/10/25,” Detective Sergeant Ash said.

“We would also be keen to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or mobile footage of the area between 8pm and 8.30pm that we could review.”

Reports can also be submitted online via the PSNI’s non-emergency reporting form at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.