Detectives are appealing for information following the armed robbery of a man outside the train station in Larne, Circular Road last night, Tuesday, 11 August.
Detective Constable Campbell said: “At approximately 10.00pm a male, who is described as being approximately 5’6″/5’8″ tall and wearing a body warmer and an orange and white coloured hat approached another man. He demanded that the man hand over money. He then assaulted him with a hammer and stole a sum of money.
“The injured man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries, which are not believed to be life threatening.
“I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who has any information to contact Detectives at Larne on the non-emergency number 101. 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.
