Thief with knife robs newsagents

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A knife-wielding thief has robbed a newsagents in south Belfast, the police have said.

Shortly after 1330 BST a man went into the shop on Lockview Road, Stranmillis.

He put a plastic bag on the counter, produced a large black-handled knife, demanded money from the till then ran off towards Governor's Bridge.

The robber is described as aged 30 to 40, of a stocky build, wearing a navy baseball cap, blue jeans and a dark blue sports waterproof jacket.

Detectives have appealed for anyone who may have any information about the robbery to contact them at Musgrave Street on 0845 600 8000.