Detectives investigating a ram-raid type incident in Belfast city centre last night, Monday 6th December, are appealing for witnesses and information.
Detective Sergeant Kitchen said:
“Police were alerted at around 8.30pm that a dark blue Volkswagen Golf had been driven into the front door of retail premises at Bedford Street.
“At least three men entered the premises, before making off with a number of coats.
“The males then left the area in the vehicle, which was located a short time later by police at College Square North.
“A 26-year-old man was arrested in relation to the incident, and is currently in police custody.
“Our enquiries into this incident are continuing, and I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and witnessed any suspicious activity, or has any information which could assist, to call 101 and quote reference number 1821 of 06/12/21.”
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