A man has been arrested following a burglary at a jewellery shop in Ballymena this afternoon (Saturday).
Police say shortly after 1:10pm, it was reported that two men entered a jewellers in the Church Street area.
The men then reportedly made off from the scene with a quantity of jewellery from the shop. One man was detained shortly after the incident.
Inspector Reid said an 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of theft. He remains in police custody.
“The second man is described as being 6ft in height and he was wearing a red and black jacket, black tracksuit bottoms with white stripes and a white surgical mask covering over his face.
“He is believed to have made off towards the Broadway Avenue area following the incident,” he said.
And the inspector added: “Enquiries are continuing and we would appeal to anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 859 20/06/20. A report can be made using the online reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org “
Robbery at Adair jewellery just now…. pic.twitter.com/lkKSv7Zxxo
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